yoga?

[mblammers]

I am thinking about going to a Bikram Yoga class with my wife. I am a new dx type 1. This is known as "hot yoga" because the excercises are done in a 105 degree room for 90 minutes. Has anyone done this? I am afraid of passing out.

thanks

[lorilei]

Hi mblammers...I can't recall, did you ever start the insulin...if not, i think you should be fairly fine with the hot yoga...hydrate well, test often (good to get an idea periodically what exercise is doing). As far as the heat thing, beware...heat can also do funky things and may be the biggest culprit in the yoga class you are taking..also bring snacks...just in case..

[mblammers]

Hi Lorilei,

Yes, I have finally reached acceptance with the diagnosis. I am off the metformin, and now taking Lantus (6 units) and Novolog (1 unit per 12g carbs).
I have pretty good control of my #'s, but am wary of hardcore exercise. When I play racquetball, I have occasionally felt a little woozy, and needed some sugar. I have recently been skipping my Novolog if I will be exercising soon after eating.
Thanks for your response. Hope all is well.