Exercise
Exercise
Exercising with type 1 diabetes can be a daunting task. Questions such as: What should my starting blood sugar be before exercise? How much insulin on board (“IOB”) should I have before starting a workout? What type of workouts are better for T1Ds? all percolate for new T1Ds. The short answer: everyone is different. However, here are some general guidelines to get you started:
Prior to Exercise: Drink 20 – 30 grams of carbohydrates.
Target blood sugar pre-exercise: 120 – 150.
While Working Out: Keep glucose near you in the event your blood sugar drops below 80 – 100.
