Severe hypo during workout

[Grunch]

I've been diagnosed 2 months ago and haven't done any exercise since. I also didn't have any serious hypos during this time. Many 60's and a few 50's but the only thing that happens is my hands shake a little so I don't even treat them.

Yesterday my BG was at 95. I ate 100g of carbs (took the same amount of insulin I normally take) and started working out about 40 mins after that. In the middle of workout I almost passed out, everything went black and I almost couldn't hear. Don't know how low I went cause I didn't have my testing device.

So now I don't know how to manage this. I'm guessing I should take less insulin, but how much? Should I not eat before workout (I don't think it's a good idea)? I'm totally lost, don't even know the right questions.

[cwathne]

exercise lets your body use insulin more efficiently; how much more efficiently is different for every person and every workout

glad you are ok now!

just for comparison, when I am cycling for an extended period of time (2-7hrs) I will use about half the regular amount of insulin while eating much more than usual. If I wanted to eat normal I would cut down to about 25% the normal level of insulin.

[deercotn]

Exercise is going to lower your BG.............. so, cut back on the insulin if you plan to work out. Or, test your BG an hour or 2 after your workout and THEN take the appropriate insulin.

[Veektor]

Many 60's and a few 50's but the only thing that happens is my hands shake a little so I don't even treat them.

Always treat your lows. You may go from one extreme to the other and you will feel way worse.


Yesterday my BG was at 95. I ate 100g of carbs (took the same amount of insulin I normally take) and started working out about 40 mins after that.

I always eat before excercise but I'll take 1/2 the amount of insulin I would normally take. This works for me so I present it as an option. I've also set my pump to a temp basal (70%) 2 hrs before a work out. Another option I use since I'm on a pump. If I use this option I bolus as normal.


So now I don't know how to manage this. I'm guessing I should take less insulin, but how much? Should I not eat before workout (I don't think it's a good idea)? I'm totally lost, don't even know the right questions.

Coming here and asking was a great start. keep them coming.