Diabetics who run Marathons!

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Comment by Mike on January 6, 2010 at 12:25am

Thanks,
I haven't decided if I should take less than my usual 16 units of lantis tonight.
It's always a dilemma, you don't want to have that much in you while you run but scared of waking up over 200. I'll think about it some more.

Comment by nel on January 5, 2010 at 11:27pm

Mike, I just joined and want to wish you well , coming across the finish line upright and smiling ....a question , but answer AFTER your race : do you give any basal insulin ??
Sleep well .

Comment by Mike on January 5, 2010 at 11:13pm

I'm running my 2nd marathon tomorrow. it's supposed to be unusually hot so I'm stressed out. I've been a mess for a few days now. very worried about BS levels during the race (I don't check while I run). I'm not on the pump (yet) so I just don't take any insulin on race day and don't eat much either (a banana before the race if my BS isn't too high).
I'm getting on a bus this afternoon and I'm going to spend the night before at a hotel so at least our baby wont wake me at night (if I fall asleep). I've set my hopes high this time. I want to break 4 hours although 4:03 will be fine too. I ran 4:13 last time.

check out my wife's blogg about it (she told me she was going to write about it today and maybe tomorrow) http://asweetlife.org/author/jessica-apple/

Comment by Mark on January 5, 2010 at 1:56pm

Hey Brian,

I've run marathons and Tris and my best friend was my CGM. Testing during races is not only cumbersome but you need the trending to get an idea of where your BGs are heading. Tests just give you a frozen moment in time.

Before the races though you need to get a feel for lots of variables that you can track during the training period. Things like; what foods you find work best for you pre, during & post training. How different types of training affect you. For example, high intensity running with short bursts has been known to raise BGs while long distance at a tempo pace has been known to lower BGs. For me this is true but then 4 hours afterwards my sugar plumets so I have to use a 4hr+exercise duration Temp Basal. 3hr training run will mean a 7hr temp basal.

Mood and environment also play a role so a diary is also your best friend. These are just a few things I have noticed during my training routines.

Comment by Marcus on January 5, 2010 at 12:36pm

That's great Brian!

Half marathons aren't as tricky for me, blood sugar-wise. Things get a lot more complicated once you go beyond two hours. Otherwise, the most important advice I can give you is to test during longer training runs (or wear a CGM), especially if you have a time goal. I never test during races, but that's only because I've tested so many times in training.

Good luck!

Comment by Xanthasun on January 5, 2010 at 12:28pm

Widely varying BS or constant highs/lows have a huge impact both on training but also race day... One thing I've never done previously but started doing now that I'm going out for longer distances is bringing glucose and meter w/ me as well as testing on the run if I feel I need it or it's been >1 hr. running..

I think the best help is just to try to get a feel for how your numbers run for a long run as well as how different foods affect (pre-run meals as well as on the go)...One thing that might be different about race vs. training is the extra adrenaline rush...which can lead to unexpected highs Good luck!

Comment by Brian on January 5, 2010 at 10:54am

Hello all-
Well, I just signed up for my 1st half-marathon. Never ran organized races before (other than some track and XC in H.S. etc) but have been a casual jogger in years past.
I was diagnosed about 3 yrs ago, and have maintained control well enough to keep my FAA aviation medical, so I think I'll be OK to give this next challenge a try.
Looking for 'rules of thumb' or 'habits' that more experienced runner use to stay at the top of the game during the race.
Can't wait to get on the road!
Thanks for any/all help...

Comment by Mike on November 9, 2009 at 11:10am

I'm a 40 year old Type 1. I was diagnosed 8 years ago and I ran my first marathon last April.
I'm training for my next marathon (Jan. 7th).

Comment by NB1114 on September 2, 2009 at 4:42am

So I'm a 30Women with type I of many many years who has just signed up to run a marathon. The thing is that I'm just recovering from trochanteric bursitis, an interesting diagnosis because I was running only 2 miles/day. I had to rest for months (about 3-4), well some of it was because then I couldn't get over the inertia to get started again.
So its Sept 1st and I've signed up for a full on Jan 10th at Walt Disney in Fla (if anyone is doing it let me know!) I've never run a marathon before. I have the option of doing a half marathon. I was wondering if anyone with experience thinks this is too crazy? I just feel like I have to do it or else I wont ever get over the fear of doing a marathon. I have coaches through team in training who are willing to support me.
So I"m willing to take any suggestions: gels? how often do you test? I"m on MDI (syringes) although I do have a cgms that I could hook up easily. I have minimal gear but can take suggestions. Powerade--how often, how much (thats what is at this marathon, which has left salt than gatorade. So I'm presuming more sugar). I just read about the SPI thing with the one touch in it, which sounds really great. I actually have the problem of my sugar soaring during/after a run. yesterday i started at 75, ate a snack and was 199, and ended up at 395 by the end of a 3 miler!!! the opposite of what I would have thought.

Thanks for anyone's help.

Comment by JiMMy on April 29, 2009 at 7:32pm

Hello... I was diagnosed Type 1 back on Jan 18-2009. I'm working on losing weight now. I'm 233 currently. I've lost a total of 10 pounds since diagnosed. I'm running a 5k this upcoming week. I'm working on running a 1/2 marathon sometime in August. And hopes are a Full Marathon late in the year or early spring of 2010. I look forward to all the help and info I can get from you all.

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