cycling

  1. WallisOnline

    cycling 300 miles in October for Diabetes UK. (diary/log)

    As suggested and also so I can keep a log throughout October I have decided to put my cycling diary into a new post so I have a record of what I have achieved. I hope to update this every Sunday or Monday with my previous weeks progress of cycling 300 miles during the month of October for UK...
  2. C

    Walking versus cycling

    I've always cycled and at 62yo I've kept it up after my diagnosis of diabetes 10 years ago. I wouldn't say I was fat, just that I have a pear-shaped tum. I saw this chart today which I found interesting as it says that walking is nearly three times as good as cycling in terms of burning off...
  3. G

    T2 and exercise and refueling safely

    I often ride a bike for 4+ hours burning at least 400 cals/hr. In pre-lockdown days I would normally stop at cafes etc to refuel. Now I resort to cycling specialist energy bars etc. I have found only a few that are not coated in chocolate which is not a good feature - melts in back pocket of...
  4. A

    Type 2, low carb and endurance exercise

    Hi, As a recently diagnosed Type 2 I'm following the low carb high fat approach to my diabetes management. I'm currently restricted to light exercise (on doctor's orders for heart issues) but am hoping to be given the all clear to start proper exercise again soon. I've always been a keen...
  5. LittleGreyCat

    A T2, Libre self funding, "What is going on?" thread with keto

    I received a polite request to start a separate thread about self monitoring with the Freestyle Libre, to avoid information being lost in another thread. I've started it here because it covers so many areas; LCHF/keto diet, exercise, BG monitoring to name but three. My normal regime (when I...
  6. Jfellows

    World Cycling trip with type 1

    Hello everyone! I’m new to this forum (forums in general :)) My name is Jess, I’m 30 years old and I live in Bristol, UK. I’m looking for some advice for an upcoming big trip on my bike. I use Levemir and novorapid. I was diagnosed in 2012, so have a fairly good understanding and manage it...
  7. Theblarney

    Increase Protein Intake

    Hi, I believe I am not taking on enough protein in my meals and also help muscle repair once I have finished cycling 3-4 times a week. I am trying to find a protein powder that won't affect blood sugars too much. Ideally, I am looking for a sachet or something for convenience. Any...
  8. Biekmas83

    Spike pre Exercise....Amazing!!

    So this morning I woke up at Blood sugar of 7. Using the libre i was similar. Stead blood through the night. I commuted into work on my bike, but the amazing thing was that without eating and the process of getting ready to get on the bike, my blood 15 min later went to 11! It was almost like...
  9. M

    Type 2 Advice please

    Hi I am a 55 year old menopausal female and have type 2. It is controlled by diet but I need to increase my exercise so I have decided to challenge myself to cycle 220 miles over 4 days. I currently do very little exercise but my job involves being on my feet all day. Any advice welcome re...
  10. Theblarney

    Mad cyclist with possible type 1

    Hi, Following fairly substantial weight loss I went to my doctor who tested my HBA1C which came back very high. I was then told to come back after 6 weeks for a follow up blood test. I had reduced my average a fair amount but given another 6 weeks to reduce further but told its looking likely...
  11. W

    Type 1: Extremely high blood sugars after exercising before breakfast

    Hi All, I thought I would be brave by waking up 30 minutes earlier than I normally do, to squeeze in a workout - as I just cant be bothered to during my lunch break or when I get back home from work. I decided to do a low intensity, 20 minute cycling session on my stationary bike. I checked my...
  12. F

    Managing hypos during exercise.

    Hellooooooo Every time I go cycling I have to carry a bag with me to keep snacks in, this is annoying during hot weather as the snacks get warm and my back is agitated by the bag! What do you all do in preparation of exercise? I wish I wasn't so scared of low blood sugars while I am far away...
  13. G

    Energy Bars , Gels etc

    Good morning, I was diagnosed type 2 about 4 months ago. Sticking to the a decent diet and taking the metformin, I have managed to get my BG down to acceptable levels. The problem is that I cycle and I used to be able to go out first thing in the morning and put in a moderate ride of about 25...