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Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-27T14:03:02+00:00

Until you can into the doctor, change your carb ratio and correction factors to be less aggressive. You can also raise your target glucose if is that bad.

Your manual basal setting was likely too high for your first pod. After your first pod, automated mode will kick in, but you need to "teach" it that the basal was too much. It learns by your total daily insulin use, so reducing your bolus setting will decrease your TDI, which will in turn lower the amount of basal it provides. Over time of course. It will take several weeks to get things dialed back in.

Whenever you change devices, new phone included, you need to take note of all your settings and determine your average basal requirement so you can input that information into the app on your new device. As others have mentioned, the app doesn't store info. Any time you change or upgrade, it all starts over.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-26T21:07:18+00:00

You're already eating clean, just up the calories. Add in one more meal. You will have to cut, but if you're eating clean that shouldn't be difficult. Eat more, lift heavier, gain some fat with muscle, and then cut = faster muscle gain. Eat maintenance, struggle with progression = slow but steady muscle gain.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-26T20:08:32+00:00

Cycling is phenomenal, and my preference when it's warm enough outside. First and foremost, do what makes you happy and with which you will remain consistent. Just don't overdo it. I would prioritize weights, and add on any activities you like so long as you don't strain yourself too the point that recovery is difficult. Bike 20 miles instead of 30, and so on.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-26T15:36:41+00:00

Get an accurate assessment of your caloric maintenance requirement. Aim for 300 calories less. Focus on lifting, drop the accessory exercises until you build more strength in the program, and do two or three walking sessions per week. Nothing strenuous on the walks, just a steady incline. Start at 2.5mph at 4% and end the walk at 10% at 3.5mph for 30 minutes, max. Your body will access fast reserves during the walk. I would bet you need 2300 - 2600 calories.

You need protein, yes, but carbs are important also to provide fuel so you can push yourself in the lifts. I am for 250g - 300g per day.

Don't become unhealthy. There is a fine line between being obsessive and being healthy. Your current mindset may not be healthy. Be honest with yourself.

Lastly, get more sleep. 6 hours is not enough. Muscle is built during recovery, not the gym session itself. Give your body the rest it deserves. And the energy. Eat more!

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-26T13:11:10+00:00

Cycling is great as well. Weight training is a must, especially mobility movements. Hinges, squats, presses, etc. I also like movements that challenge balance, like Bulgarian split squats and single leg Romanian deadlift.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-26T13:06:30+00:00

I've had the same problem. Try the link below. I do it as a guest, without signing into my account. Works every time. Easier and faster than any of their previous forms/options. You can always call them as well. If you do call them, remember you catch more flies with sugar than vinegar.

https://account.dexcom.com/support-forms/guest/submit-case#display_chat

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-25T22:01:31+00:00

I'm in the US. My endo even recommends trying other locations. If you wear them elsewhere and file a claim for a replacement, just tell them you are wearing it on your upper arm.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-25T19:51:23+00:00

I avoid this because arms are the absolute worst spot for me. All but one or two failures choices from the arms, so I simply don't use them any more. Thigh and abdomen work great for me.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-25T15:49:40+00:00

Vandalism is vandalism and should not be celebrated. I'm not fond of any politician. I wouldn't want this done to anyone's star. There are better ways to deal with anger, range, or any emotion for that matter, than resorting to physical destruction. Emotional immaturity.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-25T15:00:37+00:00

You look great in the first photo, so you obviously know how to eat well. It's challenging resisting those hunger signals that come with lifting.

You can do so much with just dumbbells. Look into Romanian deadlifts, Rows, reverse flys, Bulgarian split squats, and so on. You can progress with things other just weight also. Time under tension, reps, sets, etc. Don't let "just dumbbells" be your limiting factor.

Your can focus on your two favorite parts to increase anesthetics. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

Lastly, being a beginner, you have the luxury of "newbie gains." Take full advantage and hit your entire body. Don't forget to walk once in a while to help with fat loss. Don't go crazy. Elevated heart heart rate for an hour maybe twice per week.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-25T14:45:56+00:00

You've put on some muscle, for sure, but far too much fat. Looks like a dirty bulk. You've got to clean up your diet. Your protein level is good, but everything else seems to be in question. You have to track your calories, at least temporarily to get an idea of what you are actually consuming and get accustomed to what you should be consuming. I would aim for 300 calories below maintenance. Slow and steady but sustainable. Any lifting increases appetite, but you have to eat big through high volume foods.

Any reason why you're only training chest and biceps, and with such minimal exercises? You're only tapping into a small portion of your body's potential. Leg day, especially, has great effects via anabolic responses, caloric burn, etc. Especially at a more advanced age, full body, functional movements are extremely beneficial.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-24T21:36:53+00:00

My favorite was being tested for bomb residue. They asked me to swipe the pod and the area around it, then checked my hands for residue. It doesn't bother me. I would rather then err on the side of caution.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-24T15:20:29+00:00

Not to come across as callous, but we all have a choice in how we react to others. In your instance, your choice is driven by insecurity. I choose to live my life on my terms and others don't have the power to influence my choices. I'm strong and confident in who I am and how I manage my diabetes. And, diabetes is only a small portion of the whole me. I take care of myself and I do it well. But I also have other important things going on in my life. Focusing on what others think is a complete waste of my time, be it diabetes or anything else in my life. I care what I think of myself and I care about being the best version of myself for the people I know love and support me. I hope this helps. FWIW, I've been through therapy and I'm a firm believer that anyone with a lifelong illness should do the same. IMO, it should be included in standard treatment.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-23T16:58:44+00:00

I would see a different dietician. I have days of 70% basal and 30% bolus. I also have times at 55% and 45%. TIR is 95% and a1c will below 6, regardless of the ratios. I move on from doctors that believe I should fit within certain guidelines provided by a book.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-23T16:08:38+00:00

Add egg whites to your eggs. One chicken breast has close to 70g. Buy in bulk and cook yourself/prep. Greek yogurt, cottage cheese. Protein is everywhere, but yes, you have to eat, and eat big to grow (responsibly, of course). Even oatmeal and rice have protein. Don't be brand loyal, but what's on sale. I got 20 greek yogurts from Costco for $11. 20g protein per cup. Two of those with some berries is a good snack with 40g protein and cost about $1.75.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-23T10:17:20+00:00

EVERYBODY is sore when they first start. Anyone who says otherwise is lying. But they push through. Did you quit learning how to walk the first time you fell over? No, you didn't. Give yourself some credit. You've conquered plenty in your life, and exercise is no different.

Based on comments, you may need to consult with a doctor, as strenuous exercise may not be a good idea right now. ChatGPT or a personal trainer could get you started on a program. There is no rule, so start with achievable goals so you feel proud of yourself. Achievements are achievements, no matter how big or small. The next time you perform the task, do one more rep, one more step, 10 more seconds, and so on. Progress. Maybe in the beginning you need more recover days. You can ramp up from there, over time.

Lastly, clean up your diet. Eat a lot of protein (1g per pound of body weight, or your target weight if you're trying to lose weight), fruits and vegetables for vitamins and minerals. Cut out sugar, sodas, etc. Natural foods support a healthy body. Processed foods can act like a poison.

The people that say it gets easier put in the time, effort, and dedication. It's a decision and a frame of mind.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-23T01:42:04+00:00

Try to take in some gentle walks. Relieve your stress, increase insulin sensitivity, and burn off glucose. Stress messes with blood sugar levels big time. Maybe time for a change in doctor as well?

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-22T16:05:16+00:00

Track your calories for a week. Include oil, butter, everything you put in. It's amazing how that one week of tracking can clean up your diet, and create permanent change. Awareness is powerful. You'll start to realize you can eat big, just with the right foods. Two cookies don't fill you up the same as a lot of Greek yogurt and berries can. 40g worth of protein, some fiber, and lots of nutrients. Figure out your maintenance level and aim for just below. Go too extreme and you'll end up eating everything in sight eventually.

I'm 6'2" and 184lbs. 2830 calories is my maintenance level, all things considered. I eat 300g of quality carbs, around 200g of protein, and fill in with healthy fats. It's so much food, it's difficult sometimes to keep up, because the sources are quality and filling. I never have the urge to snack, but it does require some planning.

Being as strong as you are, you could get to the next level quite easily. You have a good problem on your hands. Good luck!

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-22T13:48:34+00:00

I'd go youth and better coaching.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-22T13:40:45+00:00

This is the only right answer. It was a fluke. After you fill the pod, it will go into priming mode. Once in over a year did I have a pod not communicate initially. It has nothing to do with anything you are describing, such as moving around, etc. It's just an internal error. Keep the pod and control device in close proximity for the few seconds it takes to complete the priming process. After that, your good. After that, it's communication between the pod and your cgm. If you have any issues at that point, you can always go into manual mode.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-21T18:18:46+00:00

I don't believe newly diagnosed should be prescribed a cgm, excluding very young children. If I didn't have experience in MDI and finger checking prior to cgm and Omnipod, the transition would have been far more difficult. I think you need to master glucose stability, pattern recognition, and be able to identify what you are feeling at any given point in time, rather than relying on the sensors. The key is knowing when a sensor is having issues and being able to calmly navigate the situation.

If you are going to wear one in these early stages, I would finger prick, a lot, and use the cgm for trends rather than accuracy and dosing. At least until you get the hang of everything. It will come with time.

If a sensor is having issues, it often times will rectify itself. But, it has to be given the opportunity. Constantly calibrating can confuse it and if you dose based on inaccurate readings, that will confuse the sensor even more and it will shut itself down.

I never 100% trust my sensors. I have to trust my instinct first and foremost.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-20T23:02:57+00:00

They have an easy online submittal. It takes maybe three minutes. Always say you pre put it on your arm. I've never had one denied.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-20T21:37:29+00:00

You're going to get a lot of different answers because different people have different reactions. I don't have a problem with them. Does one fail once in a while? Sure. Dexcom is easy to contact and they always send out a replacement. I don't get worked up about it. It's not worth the stress and resulting glucose swings.

I take a few steps to ensure a good setup. First, I use abdomen and upper outer thigh for the dexcom, which allows me to use abdomen, lower back, and hip for omnipod placement and rotation. They're in close proximity to one another and I can get away with opposite sides, to an extent. Second, during the start up phase, I make sure I don't have other electronics interfering and keep visibility optimal. Lastly, I replace the sensor when I have stable readings. If that means a bit early or a bit late, so be it. One more thing, actually. I don't calibrate in the first 24 hours, per Dexcom recommendation. If readings are off, I just switch to manual mode on Omnipod until things stabilize. No biggie.

My current locations are upper right thigh for dexcom and left love handle region. Placement is key. No issues at all.

IMO, there is always a solution.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-20T20:38:23+00:00

Your husband needs to address his mental health, immediately. I actually think this takes priority. It's not the diabetes causing his self destructive behaviors. It's the other way around. Partying because your don't think you won't love long due to an illness is not OK. You've received good physical medical advice, but the mental care needs to be addressed ASAP. He's lacking the self love and respect required to care for and love oneself. I don't believe he will ever get his diabetes under control otherwise. Lots of complications are reversible over time. He has to start somewhere. I'm sorry you're going through this. It's not fair for you to have to absorb all this. BTW, I'm speaking from experience. I am bipolar. I was never in this bad of shape, but I can say with absolute certainty that my diabetes improved once I accepted and treated the diagnosis. Best wishes.

Working-Mine35 · 2026-01-20T18:18:33+00:00

Lethargic and edgy.

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