The Science of Exercise with T1D

T1D Exchange sat down with Sam Scott, PhD, CEO and co-founder of Enhance-d, a mobile app and online platform designed to support people living with type 1 diabetes reach their exercise goals. 

Here, we’ll explore Sam’s extensive knowledge as highlighted in his recent book, “Empowered: The Science of Exercise with Type 1 Diabetes,” co-authored with Simon Helleputte, PhD.   

Unlocking the answers: T1D and exercise  

Sam, who earned his PhD at Liverpool John Moores University in the UK, explained that a significant part of his learning focused on exercise interventions, including the effects of different types of physical activity and technologies on glucose levels.   

“While conducting these studies, I was really struck by how difficult it is to manage glucose around exercise,” said Sam. “While I don’t live with type 1 diabetes myself, my passion and drive to work in this area have been fueled by experiences I’ve had working with people who do”…read more

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The Science of Exercise with Type 1 Diabetes – T1D Exchange