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I did my third run today. These runs are still walk-run-walk-run-walk etc, and I expect they will be for a while. But today I was a bit more conscientious and did a pre-run warm-up - I posted a video up-thread of dynamic stretches for running. And it made a huge difference in my comfort as I ran, and I managed to run more and enjoy it a bit more. However, on the way back home I was running against the wind, so there was a bit of a granny-shuffle going on then. :(
Nevertheless, I managed to beat my inner procrastinator into submission and do it so I feel good.
 
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Feeling virtuous this evening because two days running I've been out for walks in weather that's made most people stay indoors. I arranged yesterday to meet up with some friends and in fact I was the only one who turned up! They all said the weather put them off but I managed to walk there and back in between downpours and clocked up 7,700 steps. Today I walked over 11,000 steps, again, managing to do it all between the bouts of rain without even planning it that way. Now I'm thinking I might have to buy better waterproofs to get through the winter. Another cost of diabetes they don't warn you about?
 
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Feeling virtuous this evening because two days running I've been out for walks in weather that's made most people stay indoors. I arranged yesterday to meet up with some friends and in fact I was the only one who turned up! They all said the weather put them off but I managed to walk there and back in between downpours and clocked up 7,700 steps. Today I walked over 11,000 steps, again, managing to do it all between the bouts of rain without even planning it that way. Now I'm thinking I might have to buy better waterproofs to get through the winter. Another cost of diabetes they don't warn you about?
Well done! And yes, I think we have to take on the US expression, "There's no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes!"
 
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Well done! And yes, I think we have to take on the US expression, "There's no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes!"

I like that saying :)

There's something quite invigorating walking in the cold and rain.
 
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Hi all, have been moving, just not typing. Guys, long rainy walks and about an hour yesterday. Hope you are all well.
 
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Well - congratulations to us all on not using the bad weather as an excuse! Seriously tempting though it is.
 
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Well done! And yes, I think we have to take on the US expression, "There's no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes!"
That's a Victorian saying isn't it?

About 9000 steps walking around an oil terminal today and then an 8km run (that wasn't moderate)
 
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A kettlebell session this evening.
 
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All I did was housework today. Why DOES housework seem to burn off so much blood sugar? It's weird.
 
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All I did was housework today. Why DOES housework seem to burn off so much blood sugar? It's weird.
Always gets me too. I probably should do more... ;)
 
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All I did was housework today. Why DOES housework seem to burn off so much blood sugar? It's weird.

With me, I'm sure it's because I go for weeks without doing any at all and then almost have to do a spring clean to see clean surfaces again! But seriously - mood affects BS, doesn't it? Does the battle between anger and virtue do me good?
 
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I like a bit of exercise... up one.. two.. down one.. two,.. and then the other sock.
 
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With me, I'm sure it's because I go for weeks without doing any at all and then almost have to do a spring clean to see clean surfaces again! But seriously - mood affects BS, doesn't it? Does the battle between anger and virtue do me good?
I usually do little and often for housework too, though. I think it may he because my basal rate and boluses are set for a relatively immobile state. For sport I make alterations, but for housework I just get up and start doing it with no preparations..... And find myself in Hypoland. I think for anyone on insulin or similar medication, as soon as you have things tuned to perfection, any slight deviation from routine can cost a hypo, or more carbs to head it off.
 

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Homework gets lumped into my weekends or day off (ha, ha) so like Jennifer I do chunks. Then get low. No one tells you to test during cleaning...
 

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4 miles walking today. At least it's dry and not too cold again. I am enjoying my short walk after supper just round the block but looking at the Christmas decorations gives me something to enjoy.
 
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