If negative for ketones - exercise cautiously. Before starting an exercise programme Try and get good blood glucose control and be prepared to test your blood glucose regularly. Below is a flow chart which shows how to develop your own exercise programme. Monitor your exercise, diet and insulin to achieve the best control of your blood glucose level. Dietary Advice Athletes with diabetes should consume their usual healthy diet, with some extra choices of carbohydrates.
Healthy eating is based on balance and variety.
The energy needs of athletes are usually higher than those of non-athletes. Use the healthy food pyramid to help you have a balanced diet, with most choices from the bottom of the pyramid and occasional choices from the top of the pyramid. Review your dietary needs with a sports dietitian. Exchanges Select low fat, high carbohydrates before, during and after exercise. Recovery Start recovery i.e. feeding immediately after exercise to replace energy stores.