The NDSS is administered by Diabetes Australia
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- Episode 3
The NDSS is administered by Diabetes Australia
November 1, 2024
This week on Life on the level, hosts Isabella and Sebastian welcome guest Meg Lee to chat about all things exercising with type 1 diabetes. Meg, a paramedic living with type 1 diabetes, shares her personal experiences and challenges with managing her glucose levels during different types of physical activities. Our exercise physiologist also shares practical tips on exercising safely with type 1 diabetes.
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For more information and helpful resources, head to the NDSS Diabetes Youth Zone https://youth.ndss.com.au/
NDSS Diabetes Youth Zone Physical Activity section
https://youth.ndss.com.au/physical-activity/
NDSS videos
Watch these short videos to help answer your questions about type 1 diabetes and exercise
https://type1andme.ndss.com.au/answering-your-questions-on-exercise/
Professional advice
Find an Accredited Exercise Physiologist – https://www.essa.org.au/
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This podcast was brought to you by the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS). The NDSS is an initiative of the Australia Government and is administered by Diabetes Australia.
Diabetes Australia acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this Country. We recognise their connection to land, waters, winds and culture. We pay the utmost respect to them, their cultures and to their Elders, past and present. We are committed to improving health outcomes for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by diabetes and those at risk.
00:00:00 – Introduction and disclaimer
00:05:30 – Managing glucose levels
00:10:30 – Overcoming challenges in sports
00:12:20 – Words of wisdom for athletes
00:13:48 – Recognising hypo and hyper symptoms
00:14:40 – Tips for safe exercising
00:16:21 – Importance of glucose monitoring