Was feeling proud now just feel like I should be doing more

[sheepareevil]

I just had my first proper meeting with my consultant after being diagnosed in January. I was feeling a bit nervous to see what my HB1AC would be, as despite working hard I felt that it was going to be high due to lack of control in the summer.

I felt like I needed a bit of support as I have tried everything and seem to still have a hypo every time I exercise, after a few low 2's when I was out by myself walking/jogging I haven't been able to do as much exercise as I would like.

So I was really happy to discover my HB1AC was 48, down from 151 when I was diagnosed. Until the doctor started on about my weight, and yes it's important for me to stay a healthy weight and yes I have gained weight but I feel it's also important for me to not end up in hospital after collapsing with a hypo!

I just feel like all of this work has been for nothing if I am just going to be criticised. I guess I would have just liked a pat on the back for the improvements I have made. So instead of feeling proud I just feel like I'm not doing enough

Just felt like I needed a rant/ outlet
(Plus to make it worse I just feel like eating something really bad for myself now, With lots of chocolate!)

 

[mo1905]

Re: Was feeling proud now just feel like I should be doing m

You only get about 10mins with a
Consultant who doesn't really know you or what you've been doing for the last 6 months or so. Getting your HbA1c down by that much is great. I'll give you a virtual pat on the back for that lol. As for the weight, they just look at BMI's. If you are a certain height and weight, they just tell you so. Bit harsh I know but that's how it works. I don't know your weight or fitness level so can't really comment but if you really want to exercise then you need to find out why you keep having a hypo. Speak to your nurse. I don't know your treatment but you can have a snack before exercise or reduce insulin ( if you take it ) or change the time/duration of your work out. Exercise is extremely important. Not just for weight loss but for general fitness and cardio vascular improvement. Good luck !
Mo


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[whompa73]

Re: Was feeling proud now just feel like I should be doing m

Matebweight isnt good obviously hell I shoud know but it the bgs that are doing the instant damage. You have done bloody well and not only should but have a right to feel proud. Weight can be worked on over time bgs needed imediate consideration . They must have been having a bad day or they are just obnoxious and grumpy by nature .

Ask every one who reads this thread that even if they dont have any words they leave a clap to show their support and recognition of your acheavment. "WELL BLOODY DONE"

:clap: :clap: :clap: :crazy: :crazy: :crazy: :crazy: :crazy:

 

[anna29]

Re: Was feeling proud now just feel like I should be doing m

Matebweight isnt good obviously hell I shoud know but it the bgs that are doing the instant damage. You have done bloody well and not only should but have a right to feel proud. Weight can be worked on over time bgs needed imediate consideration . They must have been having a bad day or they are just obnoxious and grumpy by nature .

Ask every one who reads this thread that even if they dont have any words they leave a clap to show their support and recognition of your acheavment. "WELL BLOODY DONE"

:clap: :clap: :clap: :crazy: :crazy: :crazy: :crazy: :crazy:

Alright whompa - get the point you wish to make .

Sheeeparrevil .
Mixed feelings with your results today maybe ?
Don't be too hard on yourself - take things in steps and stages .
Work on one and the other will follow through .
Tackle what thing you feel best able to for now .
You can do it and should feel proud of who you are 'anyway' . :clap:

Anna .

 

[noblehead]

Re: Was feeling proud now just feel like I should be doing m

Well done on the reduction in Hba1c Sheep :thumbup: Perhaps you could contact your DSN and work out a way on how to adjust your insulin for when you exercise, these things can be easily overcome but it does take time and some careful adjustments, they cover all these aspects of diabetes management on the carb counting course DAFNE, ask your diabetes team to put your name down for the next available course.

 

[sheepareevil]

Re: Was feeling proud now just feel like I should be doing m

Thanks!

Noblehead - I'm actually half way through an equivalent course, finishing it off next week, so hopefully that will help.

I think I just needed to hear that I was doing okay. Thank you for all your kind words.

The problem is I don't like gyms so most of my exercise is done on my own, often in the middle of nowhere so always a bit nervous about Hypo's. I've tried halving my insulin on the meals before but still have Hypo's. I think I'm going to have to try no insulin the meals before hand and then slowly add insulin.

Right I'm off out for a walk now - Fingers crossed no Hypo's :?