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      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      In your opinion, how helpful is it to see a mental health professional who has a deep understanding of lifelong health conditions?
      I really think it just depends on the person who needs help. Some people may find it extremely useful and others may not find them of much help.
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      In your opinion, how helpful is it to see a mental health professional who has a deep understanding of lifelong health conditions?
      I said helpful because unless they actually have first hand knowledge of your health condition they can't really know.
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      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      If you have never participated in a diabetes research study, what stops you? Select all that applies to you.
      Back in the 80's I was in an NIH study. But I think now my age (72) ages me out) and my A1C's (5.4-5.8 for the past 20 years or so) exclude me.
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      How many people in your household live with T1D?
      I am the only one in my household who has T1D, but both husband and I live with it.
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      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      How many people in your household live with T1D?
      I always find questions like this one intriguing. I am the one and only T1D in my family, both sides, going up, down, and wide on my family tree. Then there are T1D warriors in this group (and others on social media) where the T1D with whom I'm interacting has children with T1D, parents, and aunts and uncles as well. In a sense, the data like this are suggesting more than one cause for T1D, possibly multiple conditions that result in T1D.
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      How many people in your household live with T1D?
      ALL of them are forced, given a seat at my T1D "table" whether they wish to be or not. They endure my experiences, their after-effects, the events themselves. Living with us, they are unwilling voyeurs/particip[ents This appears to be a badly worded question. If you meant, does anybody living with you ALSO have the disease T1D as well, you should have asked it that way. The question you kids wrote asks a far different question, by semantic accident it appears....?
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      How many people in your household live with T1D?
      I answered "1" as I have T1D. However, it could be said that if any one person has T1D, everyone in the household is living with T1D. It affects everyone in house, not just the person with it.
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      How many people in your household live with T1D?
      I answered "1" as I have T1D. However, it could be said that if any one person has T1D, everyone in the household is living with T1D. It affects everyone in house, not just the person with it.
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      If you have never participated in a diabetes research study, what stops you? Select all that applies to you.
      I fill out every survey I get and am currently participating in a phase 2 study of a new insulin. Note: I am 67 years old and I am seeing studies that allow up to age 89. Check out tektonresearch.com They have some exciting studies coming up. 😊
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      If you have never participated in a diabetes research study, what stops you? Select all that applies to you.
      I participate every time I find one that wants me.
    • 22 hours, 14 minutes ago
      ConnieT1D62 likes your comment at
      If you have never participated in a diabetes research study, what stops you? Select all that applies to you.
      I fill out every survey I get and am currently participating in a phase 2 study of a new insulin. Note: I am 67 years old and I am seeing studies that allow up to age 89. Check out tektonresearch.com They have some exciting studies coming up. 😊
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      How would you rate your overall health?
      I just have to say: Kudos to you. Your story is amazing. Congratulations and while it is simple to write this, I can only imagine the dedication, discipline, and hard work it took.
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      If you have never participated in a diabetes research study, what stops you? Select all that applies to you.
      I participate every time I find one that wants me.
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      I chose Other as the correct choices were not available. N/A — did not have I HAVE participated in diabetes research studies.
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      I chose Other as the correct choices were not available. N/A — did not have I HAVE participated in diabetes research studies.
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      If you have never participated in a diabetes research study, what stops you? Select all that applies to you.
      I participate every time I find one that wants me.
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      I chose Other as the correct choices were not available. N/A — did not have I HAVE participated in diabetes research studies.
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      I chose Other as the correct choices were not available. N/A — did not have I HAVE participated in diabetes research studies.
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      I have never felt the need to see a mental health professional who has an understanding of lifelong health conditions. I've been T1D for 55 years, but no significant additional diabetic related issues, and have suffered no mental health issues.
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      How would you rate your overall health?
      My first thought is always Excellent. My A1C hovers around 6.2, TIR around 85%. I do yoga, walk an hour at least 3 times per week, garden, keep my own house very clean, eat pretty healthy, weight is below average, BP excellent. Doctors say my eyes and feet deny I have diabetes. But then, I am insulin dependent, so I always bring it down one notch. Oh! To be able to eat gelato everyday. But even with insulin, there are too many other factors that keep me on the straight and narrow. I will get vertigo if I up my sugar/sweets intake.
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    During which types of exercise and/or physical activities do you feel confident in your ability to maintain comfortable blood glucose levels? Select all that apply!

    Home > LC Polls > During which types of exercise and/or physical activities do you feel confident in your ability to maintain comfortable blood glucose levels? Select all that apply!
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    Sarah Howard

    Sarah Howard has dedicated her career to supporting the T1D community ever since she was diagnosed with T1D while in college in May 2013. Since then, she has worked for various diabetes organizations, focusing on research, advocacy, and community-building efforts for people with T1D and their loved ones. Sarah is currently the Senior Marketing Manager at T1D Exchange.

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    36 Comments

    1. Juha Kankaanpaa

      I’m confident keeping by bg levels reasonable during g any activity. The most challenging ones are any high intensity ones and/ or weightlifting as these tend to spike levels up. With practice, even during these I rarely go above 8 (about 144).

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    2. Becky Hertz

      I walk, cycle, and do yoga. I’ve got those dialed in. I’m fairly confident that I could manage other activities reasonably well. The PEAK study is very helpful.

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      1. beth nelson

        What’s the PEAK study?

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    3. Molly Jones

      Some activities are quite variable both in their intensity and/or my timely passion in them, which makes a difference in my glucose levels.
      Walking and household chores are usually consistent for me.

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    4. Carolann Hunt

      We have to lower basal for or eat carbs for any activity. Random activity can be crazy

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    5. KIMBERELY SMITH

      Take my time

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    6. John McHenery

      Being confident doesn’t mean I always get it right.

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    7. Lawrence S.

      I answered almost all of the activities list, with a big caveat. In order to maintain comfortable glucose levels, I have to watch my glucose levels closely, and take appropriate nutrition.
      For example, as soon as I am done answering this question, I am going for a 45 minute run. I can only do this is I drink a protein shake before hand, and wait for my BG level to rise to a comfortable level. The protein helps me maintain the BG level I need to sustain a 45 minute run.

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    8. Bonnie kenney

      I am 63 years young! I’ve exercised consistently since high school. I am never afraid but I am always prepared!💪💪

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    9. Lynda Finch

      I am able to set my Omnipod to Activity Mode which helps keep my levels steady.

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    10. Daniel Bestvater

      I have had T1D for ~45 years and try to do some type of activity daily. I use Tandem CIQ, but even in exercise mode I become hypoglycemic even when I go for a walk. So I usually turn off CIQ and set my basal at 25% of my normal 1-2 hours before I do an form of activity. When I’m having an active day I only use about 10 units of insulin per 24 hours total. My endocrinologist says I’m ridiculously insulin sensitive. I like to exercise aggressively but I require a barrel of glucose and no insulin! Sometimes I do exercise just because it requires too much tinkering.

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    11. Eva

      Staying physically active is my goal. And, I am proud that I have been able to maintain a healthy BG range (90 to 180) during exercise with planning and preparation. Over the last 35 + years with diabetes, I learned (sometimes the hard way) that I need two hours of elapsed time after meals before I start hard exercising and reduce my meal bolus by 30% to 40%. And, if I am going to do heavy cardio, I increase my protein and fat intake beforehand to help avoid a drop. But, if I do go low (less than 90), I make it a priority to sip some juice or take a tab to get my blood sugar back in range. I’d be unstoppable if I didn’t have diabetes. Given that I do, I just learn everything I can to avoid wild BG swings to stay in the game.

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      1. Lawrence S.

        Well said, Eva.

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    12. Janice B

      Comfortable only with preparation and bringing glucose tabs.

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    13. cynthia jaworski

      Having pockets makes me “confident” because then I can carry my libre scanner, glucose tabs and an empty glucose tab cylinder now filled with skittles. It is impossible for me to predict if my glucose will spike up or head down after I’m a a mile out from my starting point. Therefore, I check along the way and act accordingly.

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    14. KCR

      Exercise is my biggest stumbling block to living well with diabetes. I definitely need some help!

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    15. fletchina

      I find it incredibly difficult to maintain a comfortable BG level playing tennis.

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    16. Chris Albright

      Ok with other exercise, but usually eat a few carbs (5-10) about 15 minutes before starting the exercise.

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    17. Tracy Jean

      I have a zero profile on my pump for exercise and shopping.

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    18. Janis Senungetuk

      As others have mentioned, my confidence comes from being prepared with glucose tabs/gummies in my pockets. I walk, bend and stoop frequently on every photoshoot, walk what often seems like miles grocery shopping and doing the laundry means caring a heavy laundry basket up and down to the basement from our second floor apartment. It’s often two hours or more before I’ll notice any glucose level changes from the activity. Before assistance from devices that help maintain a fairly level glucose any activity was a real crapshoot.

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      1. beth nelson

        I looked you. up! You have some cool floral shots!

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    19. Russell Buckbee

      I struggle to maintain control at all exercise levels.

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    20. Amanda Barras

      Walking of housework. However it also depends on IOB.

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    21. Julianne

      Since going to Omnipod 5 on automode I rarely go low with brisk/ long (5-13 miles) hiking. However it does over-react and will suspend too long and causes highs afterwards. I was excited to do a 13.1, 1275 elevation gain trail hike race without a low!

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    22. Carol Meares

      I have spent a lot of time trying to manage BG while exercising from simply walking the dog to strenuous gardening or more strenuous hiking, weightlifting or yoga and find there are too many variables. Sometimes I get it right and sometimes don’t. Everyday is an experiment. I do my best. My A1c is always great but there are still days where a low from exercise can throw off a whole day of numbers.

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      1. MT

        ^^^this

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    23. Ahh Life

      At the risk of sounding idiotically neurotic, I now answer, “supremely confident and not confident at all.”

      The hubris of “supreme confidence” comes form knowing all the formulas, the mathematics, the decades of experiences, and everything about T1D known to mankind.

      The humility of “not a damn thing works” come from a spastic gastroparesis nerve making the ordinary unfamiliar and the experiences unmoored from prior assumptions.

      C’est la vie! 🫤😏

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    24. Pauline M Reynolds

      “None” because at 84, my life is so sedentary that my glucose goes up whenever I do anything, especially showering or laundry. It’s because I do not exercise.

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      1. beth nelson

        I’m sorry Pauline. Hopefully, you’ll find some activity to help you with this, but I have had pain in my life that has kept me sedentary at times. It’s tough to control diabetes if one cannot “move.” If physical therapy is available to you, maybe you can get some tips.

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    25. mlettinga

      I have no problem doing all the physical activities. I’ve been type 1 55 years and it’s so much easier than when I as younger. Work out 2 hours 4 times a week at gym and cardio and walk daily and play sports. I have a setting on my pump when I work out on top of the activity setting as I burn more energy. I always have snack and emergency drinks with me. As long as I plan for any scenario.

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    26. Becky Hertz

      I missed household tasks or gardening which each is different for me, but I got it covered.

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    27. TEH

      You didn’t include yardwork. I have a lot of yard work each week. This week I worked 4 days moving 2 cords of wood on to new racks. Winter is coming. Kept my BG levels in check with a normal breakfast, mid morning snack and a hardy lunch. I kept my T:slim X2 in exercise mode. I felt confident with it.

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    28. Jeff Balbirnie

      Comfort & certainty are two different creatures. The best information, knowledge, even experience guarantees nothing for certain. A definite and important “buffer”, a lower dosage will provide all the comfort knowledge can offer us.

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    29. Ernie Richmann

      I feel confident during any exercise. Things happen so having a cgm and having available carbs helps my confidence. Also I have done some reading on how to prepare for exercise. Read The Diabetic Athlete by Sheri Colbert, PhD and Exercise with Type 1 Diabetes by Ginger Viera. I have run marathons having type 1 and last 2 years have thrown the discus at Ohio Senior games. I’m not sitting on the sideline.

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    30. Anita Stokar

      I am not 100% sure I can prevent myself from going low, but I always carry snacks with me to boost my sugar up if needed. I give myself a B on my exercise control.

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    31. beth nelson

      When I say “maintain,” I also mean having a means available to bring my levels back up quickly and comfortably. I know to expect lows in some cases, so I come prepared, adjust my pump to give less insulin, and eat a bit more carbs if activity will be particularly high.

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