Training for specific populations (type I diabetes))

Question 1

People with type 1 diabetics can train vigorously provided they:

Answer 1

• Are free from diabetic/medical complications (e.g. microvascular
  complications or neuropathy).
• Can obtain the same benefits as nondiabetics

Question 2

Type I diabetes - what does safe participation involve?

Answer 2

Avoiding hypoglycaemia (low).
- Combination of exercise, diet, and
insulin (through lightweight pumps) for
optimal blood glucose control.
- Have carbohydrate snack or drink
available during exercise.

Question 3

Type I diabetes - where should insulin injection site be?

Answer 3

Should be away from working muscle to
prevent increased rate of uptake and
hypoglycaemia.