"I think everyone's just a little different, but, as a long-distance runner and Omnipod user, here's what I do:
I decrease my basal by 50% for double the amount of time I'll be running. For example, if I anticipate running for one…"
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CJ replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Suggestions for pumping and exercise' in the group Athletic Diabetics
Jean replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Basal rates before period' in the group Diabetes and Women"I am 3 1/2 years into a LADA T1D diagnosis. I have been on insulin for about 2 years. I bet if they looked back at a phone log of when I called in, worried about how high and seemingly uncontrolled my glucose readings were even though nothing in my…"
Melissa M. replied to Amy's discussion 'Anyone used Edgepark diabetics supplier?' in the group Dexcom Users"Hi Amy,
I use edge park to get my Dexcom supplies. I haven't had any issues. I set up an auto refill with them because my insurance pays for a 3 month supply so every 3 months they email me when they mail it out and it shows up a couple of days…"
Natalia S. replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Suspending basal' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"Hi Melissa (and anyone else curious about exercise and the pump),
Here is the handout I received today at my endo's exercise and the pump class. I hope it is helpful.
Natalia"
Jenn replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Sugars all over the place?' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"Hi, I've been pumping for about six months now and went through similarly erratic blood sugars last month. I just saw my endo yesterday and she chalked it up to either stress or bad sites. Definitely change out the site if you give a correction…"
etta amy replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Sugars all over the place?' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"I second the stress thing. In addition, I find that some placements of the inset absorb better than others. I subscribe to the approach, "When in doubt, swap it out.""
Igs replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Sugars all over the place?' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"Hi Melissa,
I had exactly the same problem as you when I started pumping last year. Again, roughly four months later my sugars went all over the place, and there was no logical reason for it. This erratic behaviour in BG lasted for a couple of…"
Melissa M. added a discussion to the group Animas Insulin Pump Users
Sugars all over the place?
Anyone else completely frustrated with their sugars lately? When I fist started pumping, only about 4 months ago, things seemed to be working really well. Lately though my sugar is so inconsistent and my diet is pretty much consistent. One day the basal rates work and the next day they don't! It's getting old!!
Melissa M. replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Suspending basal' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"That would be great! I did a temp basal at -50% for 4 hours and didnt take any bolus with lunch bc I eat a very low carb lunch. My sugar is 157 at the moment so we will see what happens. I'm going to work out shortly."
bojibridge replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Suspending basal' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"I do a temp basal of -50% for running (I run about 3-4 miles). I also do a temp basal of -50% for strength training, but I have to make sure to turn it down 30-45 mins ahead of time."
Natalia S. replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Suspending basal' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"I do use a temp basal for exercise because exercise lowers your BG anyway. My endo recommends starting it one hour before exercise so you don't go low during. I am actually going to a class offered by my endo on exercise and pumping tomorrow.…"
Melissa M. replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Suspending basal' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"Does anyone typically set up temp basal rates for exercise? I did a moderately light 30 min stint on the treadmill and my sugar plummeted from 102 to 46. Wondering if I should set a temp basal or just disconnect pump while exercising?"
Melissa M. replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Suggestions for pumping and exercise' in the group Athletic Diabetics"No I haven't reduced my basal at all, but here is the thing- if I start my workout and my sugar is normal then isn't it going to go low regardless of the basal?"
FHS replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Suggestions for pumping and exercise' in the group Athletic Diabetics"Did you ever try turning down your basal ahead of your workout?"
Melissa M. replied to Melissa M.'s discussion 'Suggestions for pumping and exercise' in the group Athletic Diabetics"Ok so I know I posted this over a month ago but I just today decided to get back into going to the gym. My starting sugar was 102 and I did 30 minutes of a walk/run on the treadmill, nothing remotely intense, although I'm out of shape so any…"
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- At 9:43am on March 13, 2013,
Linda G said… 
BRAVO on being a FEATURED MEMBER Melissa!!
- At 3:01am on January 3, 2013,
SEAGATOR said… WELCOME to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
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brokenpole said… - Welcome to the family!! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of what you will learn is that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and vent to, if needed.
- At 7:58pm on January 2, 2013,
Jim Roach said… Welcome to TuDiabetes Melissa!
- At 7:55pm on January 2, 2013, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Melissa!!
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends.
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups". Once in,
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