Football

Diabetesliitto's exercise page mentions football as an example of a sport that builds stamina for 7–17-year-olds. There is no separate football guide in the sources, so the approach builds on the general exercise and pump guidance.

Source: Diabetesliitto

Preparation checklist

• Measure blood sugar before training or a match
• Fast hypo help at the side of the pitch: juice, glucose tablets, banana or raisins
• The coach knows where the hypo treats are and who is responsible if a hypo happens
• Re-check blood sugar 1–2 h after training, because it can still drop
• After a low, an extra snack if needed

Source: Diabetesliitto

Pump and sensor in contact sport

• The pump is usually off for the match or training so the device is protected from impacts and damage
• While the pump is off it does not deliver basal insulin — keep the break as short as possible, no more than 2 hours
• Extra tape or a protective cover over the sensor in case of contact
• Long tournament day: reconnect the pump during breaks, do not leave it off all day
• Make up missed basal insulin when reconnecting, per the care plan

Source: Diabetesliitto