Is it possible for a diabetic to exercise too much?

[isleworth]

I was told by my podiatrist that the more exercise I can get the better, and there is no such thing as too much. This was after I had told him that I was soon to embark upon a 95-mile sponsored walk over three days.

Well, I only managed a total of 79 miles in just over two days but my feet were cut to ribbons and even my blisters had blisters of their own. Surely if we are supposed to look after our feet (I am Type 2 and had recently been diagnosed, with the plans already having been made and sponsors committed) then battering them up in this way is potentially dangerous?

Just wondered whether any fellow sufferers had a view on this.

 

[vespa]

It might have been better to prepare your feet by rubbing it in medical spirits or cushion insoles, but its too late now hope this linky will help you.

I have yomped miles in training with boots and found that a snug fit and two socks did it for me, but thats what works for me, you will find your own preference.

You could use a pair of trainers slightly larger than your feet and wear two thick pairs of socks, that way you would get a snug fit without pinching and have some cushioning from the road, Good luck !

http://www.runnersworld.com/health/care ... age=single

 

[ElyDave]

If you're appropriately trained and equipped, then no, there is no reason why you should not have attempted this.

 

[Thommothebear]

Provided you are not suffering from any loss of sensation in your feet this should be fine. It is important to ensure the shoes are a proper fit and sufficiently supportive with no rubbing, keep them dry, wearing two pairs of socks is good - I usually wear a seamless cotton inner and a woollen outer sock.

The most important thing to do is "listen" to your feet as you walk - if you feel a hotspot or irritation starting deal with it immediately, well before it becomes a blister. i always carry a supply of compeed blister plasters with me and apply them as soon as I detect a hotspot, before any blister forms.

 

[hanadr]

It's vital to have socks that fit properly and are seamfree and stay dry. This is as important as shoes fitting.
Ipersonally have far more trouble witrh socks than shoes since I have Morton's feet [ A short first metatarsal on each foot, which is genetic] Socks tend to squash my long second toe. Hence I rarely wear socks except my Toesocks for hiking.
Hana

 

[ElyDave]

It's vital to have socks that fit properly and are seamfree and stay dry. This is as important as shoes fitting.
Ipersonally have far more trouble witrh socks than shoes since I have Morton's feet [ A short first metatarsal on each foot, which is genetic] Socks tend to squash my long second toe. Hence I rarely wear socks except my Toesocks for hiking.
Hana

I have Morton's Toe as well, stopped me running barefoot.

I always wear Injinji toe socks for running these days, have not had a single blister since I started using them.