Your Ultimate Guide to Using a CGM During Exercise

Take control of your blood sugar while staying active with our comprehensive guide to using a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) during workouts.

Learn How to Optimize Your Workouts + Blood Sugar Management with Real-Time Glucose Monitoring

Get expert tips and actionable strategies to exercise safely and effectively while using a CGM.

Managing blood sugar during exercise is one of the biggest challenges for people living with Type 1, Type 2, or Gestational Diabetes. Whether you're worried about hypoglycemia during intense workouts or unsure how different exercises affect your glucose levels, the good news is you don’t have to guess anymore.

Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) have revolutionized the way people with Diabetes manage their blood sugar, providing real-time data that helps you adjust your exercise routine on the go.

Our Ultimate Guide to Using a CGM During Exercise gives you everything you need to confidently manage your blood sugar while staying active.

In This Guide, You'll Discover:

How a CGM Works During Exercise

Learn how real-time glucose monitoring can help you make quick adjustments to prevent blood sugar highs and lows.
Exercise Tips for Managing Blood Sugar

Get expert advice on adjusting your workout intensity, timing, and duration to keep your glucose levels stable.
The Latest Nutrition Research for Diabetes

Learn how to fuel your workouts and recover effectively by pairing your CGM data with the right nutrition.
Best Types of Exercise for People Using a CGM

From strength training to cardio, discover which exercises give you the most benefit while keeping your blood sugar in check.
CGM Alerts + How to Use Them

Understand how to customize CGM alerts to help you avoid dangerous blood sugar levels during your workouts.

This Guide is Perfect for You if:

You live with Type 1, Type 2, or Gestational Diabetes and want to manage your blood sugar while working out safely.

You’ve started using a CGM and want to learn how to incorporate it into your fitness routine.

You’ve experienced blood sugar fluctuations during exercise and want a solution that keeps you safe and in control.

Benefits of Using a CGM During Exercise

Real-Time Data

A CGM allows you to monitor your glucose levels during your workout so you can make immediate adjustments.

Avoid Hypoglycemia and Hyperglycemia

Get alerted before your blood sugar reaches dangerous levels, allowing you to stop, eat, or adjust your intensity.

Optimize Performance

With better blood sugar control, you can improve your endurance, strength, and overall fitness without worrying about sudden glucose crashes.

Personalized Exercise Plans

Use your CGM data to create a workout plan that fits your unique blood sugar patterns, giving you the best results without the risk.

Expert Tips for Using a CGM while Exercising

Check Your Blood Sugar Before You Begin

Always start your workout with your blood sugar in a safe range. Our guide explains the ideal blood sugar range for different types of exercise.
Monitor Glucose Trends

Learn how to use your CGM’s trend arrows to make real-time decisions, such as when to slow down or take a break to refuel.
Set Custom Alerts

Set low and high glucose alerts that are specific to your exercise intensity. We’ll show you how to adjust your CGM settings for different workouts.

What’s Inside the CGM Exercise Guide?

How a CGM can change the way you manage your blood sugar during workouts.
The best strategies for checking and managing your blood sugar before exercising.
Step-by-step instructions on how to read your CGM data while working out and what actions to take depending on your levels.
How to use your CGM to optimize your recovery, keep blood sugar stable, and prevent delayed hypoglycemia.
A detailed breakdown of which exercises are best for maintaining stable glucose levels, including tips on modifying these workouts to fit your body’s needs.
Answers to common questions like "What should I do if my blood sugar drops during exercise?" and "Can I use a CGM while doing high-intensity workouts?"

Here's How People Are Thriving with a CGM + Exercise

"I used to struggle with blood sugar spikes during my workouts, but with this guide and my CGM, I've been able to stay in control and feel confident while exercising!"

– Sarah J., Type 1 Diabetic
"This guide helped me understand how to balance exercise and Diabetes using my CGM. I now know how to fuel before and after workouts to keep my levels steady."

– John R., Type 2 Diabetic

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! This guide is designed for anyone managing Diabetes with a CGM, including those with Type 1, Type 2, or Gestational Diabetes.
A CGM allows you to monitor your glucose levels in real-time, so you can prevent blood sugar fluctuations and exercise more confidently.
If you don’t have a CGM, this guide will help you understand how one could benefit your fitness routine, and offer tips on how to exercise safely without one.
Yes! The guide includes detailed information on pre- and post-workout nutrition, tailored to blood sugar management.
Yes, this guide is completely free! Just click the button to download and start learning how to optimize your workouts today.