Managing Diabetes with an Active Lifestyle

Managing Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes is no small feat! The amount of planning, prepping and supplies needed can be cumbersome. For those who need insulin on the go, their diabetes management supplies can become a burden. Your need to carry an insulin pump or insulin pen does not need to weigh you down, or get in the way of your active lifestyle. If you are a runner, cyclist, hiker or adventurer managing diabetes, there are tools to help you carry all of the diabetes essentials you need. 

Exercise is Great for Managing Diabetes

Exercise also helps to lower blood glucose levels and increase your sensitivity to insulin. A boost in insulin sensitivity helps to counteract a resistance to insulin. 

  

Activities that Support an Active Lifestyle

• Walking
• Running
• Dancing
• Hiking
• Swimming
• Strength Training
• Cycling
• Sports (Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Baseball, etc.)
• Rock Climbing
• Yoga
• Boxing

Diabetes Supply Bags for an Active Lifestyle

At Sugar Medical we understand the importance of quick and easy access to your diabetes supplies. Having the right bag that will work with you and not against you can make all the difference in your daily activities. When we are active with exercise, sports or outdoor activities, our bodies move more. Those managing Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes need a supply bag that they can carry or equip to move with them. Not all supply bags are made for an active lifestyle, and not all activewear bags are made to accommodate diabetes supplies. The right bag for those managing diabetes with an active lifestyle needs to provide more than supply organization. 

Activewear Diabetes Supply Bag Features

• Comfortable to wear
• Made of materials that prevent chafing
• Sturdy buckles that keep the bag securely in place
• Pass through holes for insulin pump tubing
• Compact but expandable to fit essentials
• Bounce free
• Low profile to prevent bulkiness
• Room for insulation if needed
• Expandable waist belt to ensure comfortable fitting 
• Room for test strips, vials and syringes

Sugar Medical Recommends:

EXCLUSIVE SUGAR MEDICAL ADULT SPIBELT® WITH A PASS-THROUGH HOLE

Fits supplies: Insulin Pumps, Blood Glucose Meters, Test Strips, Identification, Syringes, Insulin Vials or Pens and Fast-Acting Glucose.  

• Bounce-free
• Expandable, secure, low-profile pocket
• A pass-through hole for insulin pump tubing
• Comfortable, soft elastic prevents chafing
• No Logo on the elastic of the belt
• Sturdy buckle and glides for even the most active users
• Pocket expands to 6.5″ x 3″ x 2″
• Fits waist size 25″ through 47″ 

KIDS DIABETIC SPIBELT® WITH A PASS-THROUGH HOLE

Fits supplies: Insulin Pumps, Blood Glucose Meters, Test Strips, Identification, Syringes, Insulin Vials or Pens and Fast-Acting Glucose.  

• Bounce-free
• Expandable, secure, low-profile pocket
• A pass-through hole for insulin pump tubing
• Comfortable, soft elastic prevents chafing
• No Logo on the elastic of the belt
• Sturdy buckle and glides for even the most active users
• Fits waist size 18″ through 24″ (on average between 2 to 10 years old)

DIABETES INSULATED CONVERTIBLE SUPPLY BAG

• Roomy, soft sided design with 3 zippered compartments
• Large insulated back pocket perfect for keeping insulin cool or can be used to carry larger items like the Dexcom inserter, Medtronic inserter, pump site changes, pods, or personal items like a wallet
• Middle compartment unzips  to lay completely flat for easy glucose testing
• Includes Test Strip Trash Can that holds all those pesky used test strips
• Carry as a handheld bag, cross-body or a belt bag
• Removable waist belt ranges from 23in to 50in
• Room for insulin pens, pump supplies and daily testing supplies
•  7" X 4.75" X 2.75"

Sugar Medical carries a variety of diabetic supply accessories including Tandem cases, Omnipod Cases, Insulated Supply Cases, Diabetic Backpacks and Diabetic Purses. Check out more from our active lifestyle diabetes supply bag collection!