I have been a diabetic for nearly 20 years. I was diagnosed my junior year in high school. No family history. The whole thing never really bothered me to much. I just went on with my life with great family support blood testing and shots. I have kept rather good control over time and have avoided any complications, thank goodness.
Almost 10 years ago I got a insulin pump. I love my insulin pump. It made life easier and my control tighter. I think every diabetic should have one.
After I was diagnosed I knew I needed some form of exercise. I was rather active anyway but needed more structure. I joined the cross-county team. I did not take it really serious, I ran off and on through college and the years that followed. I did not stick with it.
Now that I am in my late 30s it stuck. I have been running for over a year. I really enjoy it a have been keeping motivated. I ran a 25K trail run last fall and have several 5ks and a half planned for the fall.
Running with diabetes is not hard, but it does pose a little more of a challenge. Keeping your blood sugar in check while logging miles is always fun.
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