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Home > News & events > Information events > Physical Activity, Movement and Type 1 Diabetes – JDRF Virtual Discovery Event, February 2023
We discussed the different tools and techniques that can be used to help tackle physical activity and movement more effectively to enhance overall enjoyment.
Type 1 technology companies will speak about the different tech available that can help manage your type 1 whilst keeping active. Given how varied technology can be it will be an opportunity for the community to discover what best works for them and to ask any questions you might have.
During the session experts talk through a few key topics including:
The impact of physical activity and movement on type 1 diabetes
This is an event aimed at everyone living with type 1 diabetes, whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been living with type 1 for many years.
00:00 Welcome & Introductions
06:57 Strategies beyond exercise to become more physically active, Dr Matt Campbell
28:05 EXTOD Principles, Anne – Marie Frohock & Prof Rob Andrews
58:56 Medtrum Presentation
1:01:48 Insulet Presentation
1:06:10 Dexcom Presentation
1:08:21 Nutrition for Sport & Physical Activity, Nusrat Kausar
1:31:00 Air Liquide Presentation
1:35:00 Abbott Presentation
1:36:52 Hannah McCook (Pro Golfer), Hannah McCook
2:04:32 Khalid Keshta (High Intensity – Weight Training), Khalid Keshta
2:26:05 Lived Experience Panel: Julie, Khalid, Chris B, Hannah M, Andy, Nia, Natalie
2:57:22 JDRF Updates & Close (FAW Resources/Guidelines), Chris Bright, JDRF
3:05:33 Event close
Join us in Aberdeen for an informative event dedicated to exploring the world of type 1 diabetes. Discover the latest developments in type 1 research, hear from experts in the field and connect with others living with type 1 diabetes.
Join us in London for an informative event dedicated to exploring the world of type 1 diabetes. Discover the latest developments in type 1 research, hear from experts in the field and connect with others living with type 1 diabetes.
This event is designed for anyone living with type 1 diabetes who would like to learn more about managing their wellbeing across a variety of contexts. We will explore approaches and ideas around the themes of nutrition, mental health, physical activity and socialising in younger and older groups.
Our ‘Virtual Type 1 Diabetes Discovery Event: Females and Type 1 Diabetes’ will highlight the hormonal variances of how being a female can affect our blood sugar control and that this variation is normal.
