In this episode of the Your Diabetes Insider podcast, we're joined by Alex St. John, a leading expert in the exercise and diabetes space, who's doing groundbreaking research on how exercise impacts type 1 diabetes. Alex shares his personal journey from being diagnosed with type 1 in college to diving deep into kinesiology and diabetes research. We chat about the common barriers people with diabetes face when it comes to exercise, like the fear of hypoglycemia and the struggle with managing blood sugar during workouts. Plus, Alex explains why building muscle is so crucial for diabetes management and how even starting with just two days of resistance training a week can make a huge difference in insulin sensitivity and long-term health. If you've ever felt unsure about how to fit exercise into your life with diabetes, this episode is packed with insights and tips you won't want to miss!

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