Activity can affect blood glucose levels.
Activity could include:
- walking the dog
- cutting your grass
- playing football
- attending an exercise class
- extreme or prolonged duration activities, such as mountain climbing or running a marathon
Anaerobic exercise (for example weights and resistance) tends to increase blood glucose levels.
Aerobic exercise (for example cardiovascular exercise such as running or swimming) tends to decrease blood glucose levels.
Things to consider
- Monitor blood glucose levels closely – before, during and after activity
- Ensure you carry appropriate treatment for hypoglycaemia
- You may wish to consider altering your insulin doses
- You may require a snack
Leisure services
Resources
The following websites have information on how to manage diabetes with different sports and exercises: