Diabetes doesn't have to slow you down. Whether you're a recreational
exerciser or a competitive athlete, The Athlete's Guide to Diabetes
has the training and performance advice you need to remain active while
effectively managing your condition.
Renowned researcher and diabetes expert Dr. Sheri Colberg offers best
practices and tips for managing blood glucose levels for athletes of all
ages with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. She provides the most up-to-date
information on
- insulin and other medications and their effects on exercise,
- nutritional practices and supplements, including low-carbohydrate
eating,
- the latest technologies used to manage glucose, including continuous
glucose monitoring (CGM),
- injury prevention and treatment as well as tactics for
diabetes-related joint issues, and
- mental strategies for maximizing performance and optimizing health.
You'll find 15 profiles of athletes with type 1 diabetes who share their
accomplishments and how they manage medications, food intake, and other
tools available to manage their activities with diabetes. Guidelines for
165 different sports and activities will reduce your trial and error
when it comes to performing and feeling your best during fitness
activities, endurance sports, endurance-power sports, power sports, and
outdoor activities.
The Athlete's Guide to Diabetes adheres to latest guidelines from such
trusted sources as the American Diabetes Association and the American
College of Sports Medicine. It is the one resource you can't be without
if you want to stay healthy and active, train smarter, and reach new
levels of athletic success without losing control of your blood glucose
management.
Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam
that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or
as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.
