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Emily Pettersen
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- Saint Louis, MO
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Pumping Our Insulin
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Hi Emily,
I too am a long distance runner and a T1. I'm not on the pump. I try to run all of my long runs in the mornings. I don't take any short lasting insulin before I run and I try to start my runs a little high (over 120 but under 200).
When ...
I know! I had to go without my Dexcom for almost a week, even though I ordered new sensors almost 2 weeks before I actually needed them. Not cool!
Hey Jimmy,
You just tell it that you put in a new sensor, even though you didn't. You'll have to wait through the 2 hour calibrating period, but it should work fine again after that! I've been finding that I can often get another full week out of ...
Thanks Gary! The race in Quincy was a great one--you're in IL, right? I'd definitely recommend it--a nice flat course with just a couple of hills towards the beginning. The weather was pretty close to perfect too--in the mid-60's at start time wit...
Awesome! Good work Emily.
Ha ha! Yes, I've been good--no taking my pump off except for shorter runs (under an hour). I ran the half-marathon last weekend, with the pump at 50% from 2 hours before the race, which worked out perfectly. Started the race at about 170, and it c...
I started running less than a year ago and have done a 5 and 10K. I tried using the gels and cubes but did not like them. Now I lower my basal to about 50% and eat raisins if I get below 120.
Aaagh! DO NOT turn off your pump!!! Do you see any other runners leaving their pancreas in their cars? NO! the reason is that you'll have no insulin (zero, null, zilch) in your blood two hours later. Since BG often goes up after strenuous exercise...
Thanks for the info, Cait! That's great that your race went so well. I tried leaving my pump on, at 50% on my long run this weekend, and it went pretty well. I took some gels along the way, and was able to keep pretty stable, so I was happy (much ...
Hi Emily,
I guess this is one of those never FULLY solvable dilemmas. I just ran my first half-marathon yesterday -- in 90 degree weather, yikes! The big thing that I'm always concerned about is that pretty much all organized runs start early, li...
Hi Jade,
Well I don't know much about how long they'll let you keep the demo pump. I think I remember having one for a few days, but it probably varies. As for hurting, it really doesn't! Sometimes it stings just a little when you first put it in,...
Profile Information
- Hometown (where you come from):
- Palo Alto, CA
- Do you have diabetes?
- Yes
- Type of diabetes
- Type 1
- Date diagnosed
- July 1, 1996
- Most recent A1C (Blood Glucose Average) Value
- 7.1
- What glucose meter do you use?
- One Touch UltraLink
- Type of treatment you use
- Pump
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- Minimed Paradigm 515
- What is the address for your Twitter profile or other web site, if any?
- http://twitter.com/EmilyPettersen
- What do you expect from TuDiabetes?
- Hoping to get info about new technology, running with T1, and general ideas for better diabetes management!
- How did you find out about us? What were you searching for?
- Was looking for info about using CGM/Dexcom system and exercise
- What do you do for a living?
- teacher
Comment Wall (9 comments)
- At 8:26am on November 13, 2009,
Kurt Bauman said…
- Hey Emily,
I am new to this site but looking forward to sharing information. I am a T1 and run marathons. Going for my 14 marathon next weekend in Tulsa. Would love to find out more about you and what your doing. Take care, Kurt
- At 11:51am on October 11, 2009,
Linda Gauvin-Miller said…
Hey Emily...it's been a while! How's it all going? Sending you early Thanksgiving greetings from Canada....ours is tomorrow!
Luv....linda.
- At 3:41pm on April 23, 2009,
Linda Gauvin-Miller said…
- What you do sounds great...you're not likely to get stale! I too love the ocean.....memories of Summers spent in the cottage on the St Lawrence River...not far from the gulf. Whales in them waters...and sharks. Deep and wide at that point; can't see the other shore. I miss the sound of the waves...the scent...the hues....but my "fixes" are infrequent!! Take care, and be well....linda.
- At 11:12am on April 23, 2009,
Linda Gauvin-Miller said…
- aha....another teacher! What grades? Grades 4 & 5 here...teaching is a second carreer...prior to that, was a Graphic Designer and Illustrator (still do illustrations)...I'm in southwestern Ontario...Kitchener. Came here from Toronto nearly 30 years ago, but I'm originally from Quebec! Thanks for the invite...I'm delighted. Tell me a bit about St Louis. Been there a while?
- At 8:57am on April 23, 2009,
Gary said…
- My pump will show active insulin whenever I use the bolus wizard, so I can check it that way if I need too. Mostly I just judge it by that last time I ate and how much I bolused then. I avoid running soon after eating (< 2 or 3 hours) if at all possible.
- At 1:37pm on April 22, 2009,
Linda Gauvin-Miller said…
- Greetings Emily and welcome to the family! So happy that you've found us!
- At 6:51pm on April 21, 2009,
Yvonne C. said… - No problem Emily. Don't forget to check out the forum or groups links. They have a host of topics for you to explore!
Yvonne C.
- At 10:47am on April 21, 2009,
Yvonne C. said…
- Hello Emily here is a group you may be interested in.
Teachers with Diabetes
Take Care!
YvonneC.
- At 10:44am on April 21, 2009,
Yvonne C. said…
Hello Emily and Welcome to TuDiabetes!!
My name is Yvonne and I am part of the Welcoming Committee and you are now part of a supportive community for diabetics! When you have the time, please don’t hesitate to meet your fellow members within the forums, groups and blog areas. We are here to support you!
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Best Regards,
Yvonne C.
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