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Reading before a run

Discussion in 'Fitness, Exercise and Sport' started by Jane1980, Jan 16, 2021.

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Good evening, before a run (I vary between 4/5/6 mikes, what do you like you BG reading before you start?

Many thanks
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#1 Jane1980, Jan 16, 2021 at 9:15 PM
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4 to 5. I run in the morning just on long-acting, so don't need to monitor.
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#2 ert, Jan 16, 2021 at 9:57 PM
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I prefer to do cardio exercise at around 6 with no insulin on board.
This means I have not bolused for more than 4 hours and have suspended my basal on my pump for an hour beforehand.
If my blood sugar is above 8, I am too sluggish and have no energy. If it is in the 5s or lower, I risk hypoing.
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