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Is there anything I need to
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Safe
Exercise Checklist
Before you head out the
door to walk, ride your
bike, or play your
favorite sport, check
this list of things to
do before you exercise.
- Check your blood
glucose (Click here
to learn
how.)
- Blood glucose a
little low? Have a
snack!
- Blood glucose
really low? Treat
yourself for
hypoglycemia and
then eat a
snack.
- Wait until you
feel better to
exercise.
- Blood glucose
pretty high? Check
for ketones.
- Are your ketones
moderate or high? DO
NOT EXERCISE. Treat
your ketones as
recommended by your
doctor.
Pack a backpack or
duffel bag with the
following:
- Glucose tablets,
hard candy, or a
juice box
- Crackers and
cheese, a sandwich,
or some other
healthy snack
- Your glucose meter
and supplies
- A big bottle of
water
- Make sure you're
wearing an ID
bracelet that says
you have diabetes.
- Drink a glass of
water before you go.
- Don't forget to
bring your backpack!
Ask your doctor what
blood glucose level is
high enough that you
should check ketones and
what blood glucose level
means you should treat
for hypoglycemia.
Click
here for our Top 5 Tips
for Excellent
Exercising!
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