[jps]

Over the past 6-8 weeks, I've added exercise to my regimen (low carb). As time has progressed, I've become more religious with it. I hit the gym six days per week for an hour to an hour and a half per session.

I'm not looking to bulk up, I'm really just looking to feel better and trim fat/tone up. I'm currently 40 yo male, 5'9", 185 lbs (after a 55 lb loss since diagnosis of T2 in September). My weight loss has drastically decreased since exercising, but that makes sense - weight loss is most dramatic in the early stages and muscle weighs more than fat. So I haven't been discouraged by very modest decreases in weight - most because I can see the change in my overall body shape/tone.

I try and mix it up when I exercise, but I'll admit, none of it is overly strenuous.

A typical session might include the following: 30 minutes on an exercise bike (or 30 minutes fast walking or light jogging), 10/15 minutes of crunches (300-500), 10 minutes bench press (75 lbs, about 50-75 reps), 10 minutes biceps lifting (40 lbs, 40 reps), 10 minutes rowing machine. Like I said, it's not heavy but it gets me sweating and leaves me burning. And I am noticing the body shape change.

However, whenever I finish with bicycling/brisk walk/light jogging or rowing I have a very slight tingling sensation in my feet, sometimes calves. No pain. It feels like the first hint of your foot falling asleep. And it dissipates rather quickly. I wouldn't even term it as a nuisance at this point, more as a consistent observation.

Is this T2 related or is this just exercise related?

[Evermont]

It's likely a hint of neuropathy caused by D. The fact that you're noticing it now though is not a sign that you're doing something wrong. This happens, as control is improved the symptom you describe can be 'revealed'.

Sounds like you're on the right track, keep doing what you're doing. Keep control of D and the feeling with likely not get worse and may even go a way eventually.

[lorilei]

you know, JPS two other things come to mind...if it disspiates shortly after you change activity, it could be positional...ie, an impingement of nerves along your spine/legs...secondly (and this is actually a good thing), you could be regenerating some vacularization and/ or oxygenation (does that make sense), because you have been exercising...I'm hoping it's the good stuff, but def talk to your doc and, perhaps, to a gym attendant who could take a peak at your body mechanics...

[fgummett]

I had the same thought as Lori... I can't tolerate much time on a stationary bike without my legs "falling asleep" I prefer the elliptical trainer, for that reason.

Way to go by the way..! Excellent workout!

[fgummett]

Another thought that may be relevant, is that you don't mention any stretching, after warm-up and at the end of the session. Again, the trainers at the gym should be able to advise if necessary.