This week on We Are T1D, we’ve got a hilarious and chaotic listener story from Chloe, 19, from Mannie (Manchester). Picture this: a gym, deadlifts, perfect sugars, and then—BAM—a sudden hypo that turns a pumped-up PB attempt into an emergency Coke-and-crisps session.
Jack and Mike break down Chloe’s gym adventure, the panic, the shakes, and the ultimate chaos that only Type 1 diabetes can deliver. Whether you’re a gym-goer, a T1D warrior, or just here for the laughs, this one’s for you.
What’s Inside:
Chloe’s deadlift disaster and sugar dive to 3.8 mmol/L
Fumbling for emergency glucose in front of burly gym-goers
The ultimate “just let me finish my set” mentality
How fizzy drinks like Coke can save a hypo situation
Mike & Jack’s banter over Wookiee growls, Jeby babies, and Racer Bars
Gym tips for T1D: always double-check your emergency snacks
💬 “Have you ever seen a girl called Chloe in a gym just shaking little jelly babies around and growling like a Wookiee? Don’t worry, she’s just having a hypo.” – Jack
Key Takeaways:
Always carry quick-acting emergency glucose (liquid or tabs) in your gym bag
Pre-bolus meals are great, but hypoglycemia can still strike
Fizzy sugary drinks like Coke can be a lifesaver when hypos hit hard
Don’t beat yourself up—hypos happen, even during your PB attempt
Sharing your chaotic T1D moments can be hilarious and relatable
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External Resource: Diabetes UK – Exercise & Diabetes
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