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Table of Contents Look no further! These 7 essential factors will ensure you make the right choice: The more sinister, complicated variant of diabetes, Type 1 diabetes (T1DM) has no cure. This is not to say that it cannot be bought under control, at Clinic Living Plus, India’s first disease reversal clinic, we aim to help clients take control of their chronic disease. This means, smartly and effectively manage its symptoms and long- term consequences. This is essential as uncontrolled diabetes can lead to various other chronic diseases, including heart diseases. With: Sustainable lifestyle and nutritional interventions, Structured physical fitness routine, Alternative therapeutical interventions such as ozone and peptide therapy, and, Crafting a individualised treatment protocol, Type 1 diabetes can also be tackled. While type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes and even pre- diabetes can be bought under remission. https://youtu.be/xhEezxuznN4?si=ZFB3VZbZyVc6rHFq Trying to do all the above on your own can be quite challenging. That’s where working with a skilled, trained, motivated personal trainer, along with a multi-skilled diabetes management team, can pay rich dividends in managing type 1 diabetes. In this article, first off let’s get a clear insight into type 1 diabetes and its prevalence in our country. Moving on to understanding just how important of a role exercise plays in managing T1DM. Further, we will reveal to you some careful considerations to keep in mind when you decide to hire a personal trainer to help you manage T1DM. Finally, find out how we at Clinic Living Plus can help you manage your diabetes, whatever the type! What is Type 1 Diabetes? And how common is it in India? One in every ten people with diabetes can have type 1 diabetes. The cause for type 1 diabetes could be: genetics, childhood exposure to dairy and other chemical toxins in the environment, childhood diseases that impact the pancreatic health, and unknown variables. If you have T1DM, your pancreas is no longer producing insulin, and we all need insulin to live. Insulin is essential because it regulates the flow of glucose in our bloodstream to enter our cells and fuel our bodies. Without insulin production happening, more and more glucose then builds up in your bloodstream. But irrespective of the type of diabetes you struggle from, you can very well bring it under control. https://youtu.be/oz3hMcqhoNQ?feature=shared When your body is not efficient in breaking down glucose, your kidneys work to remove excess glucose, causing increased urination. This leads to another symptom of type 1 diabetes, extreme thirst. When you have type 1 diabetes, glucose cannot enter your cells to provide energy. No surprise then, fatigue sets in. And, as a way for the body to make up for the lack of energy, it starts to eat itself. By breaking down fat stores to get fuel. Sudden weight loss in some clients is direct result of this. Apart from the need to get insulin into your body by injecting, you’ll also need to check that your blood glucose levels are not too low or too high by using a blood glucose testing device several times a day. Type 1 Diabetes in India In India, the number of cases of Type 1 Diabetes is growing at 3-5%, which is not as rapid as Type 2 but still is a growing concern. According to statistics from the International Diabetes Federation, the number of Type 1 Diabetes cases diagnosed between 0-14yrs has almost doubled since the 2000s The Role of Fitness in Type 1 Diabetes Management Interestingly, insulin is not the only way your cells utilise glucose. There is another phenomenon by which glucose makes it way into the cell. This is by muscle contraction. This is why resistance training is absolutely essential for diabetic clients. However, people with T1DM face unique challenges when it comes to exercising. Blood glucose levels during exercise can drastically fluctuate, leading to swinging too low or too high, either of which can be dangerous. Book your Diabetes consultation now and take control of your well-being & manage Diabetes effectively. Book Appointment If you are one of those battling T1DM, insulin therapy will restrict your energy to work out and maintain stable level blood sugar levels. Thus, it becomes absolutely essential to select the right fitness trainer to work with. A trainer who specialises in diabetes management is essential. Modern developments in diabetes-related technologies like continuous glucose monitors and automated insulin delivery systems are helping people with T1DM stay active and healthy. How contraction-mediated glucose uptake assists in managing Type 1 Diabetes: When we exercise, our muscles demand energy to execute. That energy comes from the contents of our bloodstream, primarily in the form of glucose, When you move and sweat it out, muscles work harder, and as a result, they need more energy. Simple right? Here’s where contraction-mediated glucose uptake comes into play. As our muscles contract and move, they can absorb glucose from the bloodstream without relying solely on insulin. What does this mean if you have T1DM? Even if your body is insulin-depleted, the muscles can still take in the glucose they need for energy. Blood sugar levels can effectively be regulated without SOLELY relying on insulin injections. At Clinic Living Plus, our trainers understand that facilitating the RIGHT type of physical activity can support the body’s ability to use glucose and maintain stable blood sugar levels. Key Considerations for Selecting the Right Personal Trainer. You have now grasped just how important a role guided exercise and personal training will play, in managing T1DM. Next, you should pay close attention to how you select a personal trainer! Qualification and Certification: Not all trainers are well equip to handle diabetic clients. Asking a trainer about the qualification is important. A well- educated trainer will maintain the required on- going education to keep their certification valid. Also, trainers who have been certified internationally come with a level of professionalism and expertise, while remaining updated with best practices. Clinic Living Plus only hires globally accredited coaches who further get