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  • My first ultra: obstacles to overcome

    Today’s weekly long run took me through the hilly trails just outside Gothenburg. The spring is in full swing here, and it’s finally warm—around 20 degrees Celsius. While I’m still getting used to running in this heat, it’s a refreshing challenge. It forces me to focus more on hydration, adding a new layer of complexity…

    Simon

    May 4, 2024
    Diabetes
    Diabetes, garmin, running, trailrun, ultra, zone2
  • Countdown to My First 45K: Ultrarunning with Type 1 Diabetes

    In about 18 weeks, I’ll be taking on a significant challenge: the Göteborg Trailrun 45 km. This race will not only mark my first official entry into the world of ultrarunning, but it will also be a substantial test of my endurance and management of type 1 diabetes. The race, the longest of four happening…

    Simon

    May 2, 2024
    Diabetes, Ultrarunning
    Diabetes, exercise, running, trailrun, Ultrarunning
  • Tandem’s Control-IQ – Explained

    Tandem’s Control-IQ – Explained

    Disclaimer: The following blog post aims to explain how Tandem’s Control-IQ algorithm help adjust the insulin delivery on a Control-IQ enabled Tandem t:slim X2 pump. Everything is written entirely by myself, has not been verified by any external party and could therefore contain errors. Always consult the user manual as well as your diabetes team…

    Simon

    October 23, 2022
    Diabetes
    basal, basal rate, blood glucose, bolus, cgm, control-iq, Diabetes, diabetes treatment, health, hybrid closed loop system, insulin pump, t1d, t:slim x2, tandem, technology, tir
  • BG values out of control? Start here!

    BG values out of control? Start here!

    I’ve come to realize over the years that the best way to regain control of my type 1 diabetes is to start with fixing the night time BG. If I do that, typically the rest will follow. This post tells you more about this and gives you some other tips and tricks if you’re finding…

    Simon

    February 14, 2021
    Diabetes
    basal rate, bg, blood glucose, bolus, cgm, Diabetes, diabetes treatment, health, insulin pump, t1d, time in range, tir

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