Before your child starts a new exercise regime, talk to your diabetes team to check if it is suitable. Remember:

• Exercise needs to be regular - little and often is far better than infrequent and strenuous
• Set achievable goals - start slowly and build up gradually
• If ill or injured, your child should not exercise
• Always have carbohydrate snacks easily accessible when your child exercises

When exercising

• Your child should test before and after activity This will help you spot if hypoglycaemia is a risk. If the activity is prolonged, for example playing a football match, test at half time too, or if the family is going on a long walk, take the testing equipment with you