I ran my 1st official 50k #ultramarathon in >20yrs this wknd w #Type1Diabetes!
CGM data in thread.
Best part was when another runner said: "She has been smiling this entire day!"
I just couldn't help think how lucky I am & it brought me such joy.
#type1strong
#nolimits
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BG overnight-excitement. Let it be to avoid too much IOB at start. Only black coffee 5am. Sipped @nuunhydration throughout. 1 pack peanut butter 1/2 way w/ well matched insulin bolus (to keep BHB from going too high). No other carbs. In #ketosis whole event. No bonk! 2/4

Lessons learned: Even w T1DM (carrying emergency carbs) long distance endurance can be done in ketosis. Much better experience than in the past when carb dependent. T1DM LC learning curve! Eat small carbs & bolus insulin to keep BHB safe. Lots of Zone 2 training works well. 3/4

Lessons learned: I have lived through some very hard things in my life & struggled & been sad/angry. Life can be cruel. But living through is a gift. There can be very real, very deep joy on the other side. Joy in struggle. Joy in success. Joy after pain.
Embracing it all.
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Oh yeah and my watch: @COROSGlobal which has the most awesome battery life ever! I haven’t even charged it yet since finishing and it only used about 10%!

PS: thanks @zbitter for gear suggestions!
Shoes: @AltraRunning Lone Peaks
Socks: @drymaxsocks (T1DM protect feet)
Anti-chafe: @squirrelsnutbut
Vest: @NathanSportsInc vaporhowe
Tights: @lululemon
Shirt: @cavs
PB: @OnceAgainEsop
My bra ate my back, can’t recommend that!