Device Combo
What type of diabetes do you have?
T1D
What is your primary physical activity, exercise, or sport?
Running
If you participate in other physical activities, exercises, or sports, what are they?
Strength training, cycling, vinyasa yoga, swimming, & golf.
What devices do you use to track your physical activity?
Garmin 920XT & Sleep Cycle.
What devices do you use to manage your diabetes?
Dexcom G6 & Omnipod 5
Why did you choose your devices?
I didn't want to have any extra tubes hanging off my body when I performed physical fitness activities. These two seemed like the most streamlined options.
What challenges do you have around diabetes and exercise, and how do you overcome them?
Maintenance of tight blood glucose control at all times is the most challenging area to overcome.
What would you tell someone considering the same devices that you use?
I like these two devices and feel like they are the best suited for my activity level.
What is your favorite low snack?
Medjool dates and bananas.
Ask the Expert Wisdom
On post-exercise blood glucose spikes:
"A small insulin correction dose, about 15-30 minutes after activity, may help reduce post-exercise hyperglycemia. Starting with 50% of your usual correction dose is advisable to see how your glucose levels respond." — Dessi Zaharieva, PhD
More Wisdom
Even though my pump has malfunctioned before it is worth having because my blood sugar is more in control when I use it.
Ashley
The more you wear them, the more integrated they become in your life.
Georgi
I really don't like having to wear two sites, but I love that my pump tailors my basal rate.
Anne
