Physical activity Exercise and physical activity is good for everyone, including young people with type 1 diabetes. The majority of people with type 1 diabetes are able to enjoy all kinds of physical activity including participating in sport at a competitive level. They just need to plan for physical activity because all forms of activity use up glucose. This can mean that their BGL falls low and they might have a hypo. If their BL is high before getting active, physical activity may make it rise even higher. This is because the body doesn't have enough insulin to move the glucose into the muscles and cells, and the liver also releases stored glucose to respond to physical activity. The way a young person with type 1 diabetes prepares for activity will vary their current BGL when they last took insulin when they last ate the type of physical activity they'll be doing the timing and duration of the activity They may need to: check their blood glucose more regularly alter their insulin dose depending on the activity, inject in a particular site to avoid rapid absorption have an extra snack before, during or after the activity ensure good fluid intake For younger children, play can be as active as organised sport for older children. Preschool and school staff need to talk with the young person's family or diabetes team who will advise on the specific preparation needed Details should also be included in the diabetes management plan., Physical activity is important for everyone, but children with type 1 diabetes may need to undertake some checks before participating. What are five actions they may need to take