Methods to Prevent Hypoglycemia During Exercise

• Eat meals 1–3 hours before exercise
• Preexercise BG should be between 100–200 mg/dL
• Eat carbohydrate supplements every 30–60 minutes of exercise
• Reduce insulin dosage during exercise by 15%–25%

Source: Lillegard WB, Butcher JD, & Rucker KS (1999).