I've been reading the forums for awhile now and thought it would be useful to have a thread where people can talk about their experiences of swimming with diabetes.
I was diagnosed with Type II last summer and started Metformin. I've had conflicting advice about diet and have found that what works best for me is low carb. I had been swimming about 1500 meters three or four times a week prior to diagnosis. As I have increased my yardage to 5000 meters five or six times a week, my blood sugar has been easier to manage (down from 196 to 105) without hypoglycemia. I am still learning about supplements.
I am very interested in other people's experiences and that you have found helpful. Thanks!
While I have no experience in this, it made me think of Steve Redgrave, the British rower, who won 5 olymic golds, despite his diabetes diagnosis. I saw a documentary on him a few years back - he is such an inspiration! :blah: Anyway - here'e a link to his website, I know you were asking about personal experiences, but thought you might find it interesting :)
www.steveredgrave.com/diabetes.html
While I have no experience in this, it made me think of Steve Redgrave, the British rower, who won 5 olymic golds, despite his diabetes diagnosis. I saw a documentary on him a few years back - he is such an inspiration! :blah: Anyway - here'e a link to his website, I know you were asking about personal experiences, but thought you might find it interesting :)
www.steveredgrave.com/diabetes.html
