One other fascinating improvement is how I’ve began connecting the subtlest preliminary bodily sensations of impending low or excessive sugar to my readings. These earliest signs (like feeling a teeny bit faint or having a quickened heartbeat with low blood sugar, and a slight tinge of nausea or dehydration with excessive blood sugar) can mimic a number of the results of exercising, so it’s trickier for me to discern what’s blood sugar-related or not throughout a exercise. Checking that real-time information level towards how my physique is feeling extra steadily has been useful for studying extra about what these sensations are indicating.
Whereas I largely train at house, I’ve additionally used the Venu 2S whereas climbing within the mountains or at health studios within the metropolis. It makes checking my blood sugar much less of a trouble and extra refined—I can do it whereas in downward canine or on a Pilates reformer, as an example.
Earlier than the Garmin, I’d usually go away my cellphone in my bag throughout courses and take a look at my blood sugar on my pump. Whereas I normally give the trainer a heads up that my insulin pump could beep throughout class, I nonetheless get side-eye from individuals (who maybe assume I’m checking my cellphone), and generally the trainer forgets and says one thing, too. That’s not on me—and nobody ought to ever really feel like they need to conceal their medical expertise—however I do like having a extra discreet possibility that’s there if I need it.
My greatest shock is how the Dexcom-Garmin integration has grow to be a helpful element of my diabetes care outdoors of figuring out, too. There are such a lot of instances through the day the place glancing down at my wrist is just extra fast and seamless than consulting my cellphone or insulin pump. (Sporting my Garmin practically across the clock is simple given the spectacular battery life—as somebody with a behavior of letting my gadgets die, I like {that a} full cost lasts 4 to 5 days.)
I’ve discovered the watch helpful whereas driving, strolling, showering, reserving it by the airport, and even getting a therapeutic massage. It’s additionally been clutch in sure social conditions—whereas out to dinner with a good friend, at a film, or on a date, as an example. (My cellphone is usually in my bag and my pump tucked in my again pocket or bra, making it a bit of awkward to fish out.). Plus, I like not having to take out my cellphone mid-conversation.
One thing else I respect is how the customizability of the Venu 2S lets me take what I would like from a smartwatch and go away the remainder behind. I can flip off quite a lot of the notifications that really feel extreme and pare down the information seen on the screens so I’m not overwhelmed by metrics. I’ve solely scratched the floor of this watch’s monitoring capabilities, however the actuality is that I’m already required to quantify and monitor a lot in the case of my well being for the sake of diabetes administration, that including extra of that to the combo is simply not a precedence.
Exterior of the CGM performance, I actually like this watch as a normal health tracker. The contact display, facet buttons, and accompanying app are all easy and intuitive to make use of. Whereas I haven’t utilized a number of the Venu 2S’s extra superior health monitoring capabilities, I nonetheless discover probably the most primary metrics priceless. I like seeing my coronary heart fee stand up there after I’m actually pushing myself, in addition to my coronary heart fee vary breakdown after my exercise—it enhances my sense of accomplishment greater than I assumed a quantity would. I’m a giant walker, so I just like the step depend operate too. And the gap tracker was useful whereas climbing.
Nina Cash’s life motto is, “It’s never too late,” and it certainly fared her well when she decided at 57, to enter Sports Illustrated‘s rookie modelling competition.
“I would never have had the courage to enter the competition in my twenties or thirties, but at 57, I felt more confident and comfortable in my own skin and able take the leap and enter,” Nina tells HELLO!.
Nina was named one of the seven winners of the competition, and now calls modelling her ‘encore career’, following a work life that saw her earn a doctorate in educational leadership.
“As a life-long learner, I am enjoying the process of learning about the modelling industry,” Nina says of her latest challenge. “I have met some wonderful, supportive people who have been so encouraging.
“I look at Apo Whang Od, who was on the cover of Philippine Vogue last year at the age of 106, and Iris Apfel, who signed with a modelling agency at 97, and realise there is still a chance for me, in my late fifties, to be on the cover of a fashion magazine.”
“Life experience has definitely helped in building my confidence,” Nina says of where she found the courage to enter the modelling competition.
© Ben Watts /SPORTS ILLUSTRATED“As you grow older, you begin to understand what matters to you and what doesn’t. What matters to me is how I feel about myself at the end of the day. It truly is none of my business what others think of me.”
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That said, Nina notes that she’s had a huge confidence boost since winning the competition. “I am a minority, 57-year-old, grey haired, disabled (because I have diabetes), retired, senior citizen, who is featured as a 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Rookie – I can’t believe it!”
Given how incredible she looks, you might expect Nina to have an intense fitness routine, but we’re happy to report her exercise regime is surprisingly relatable.
“I have always been active, but I’m not a gym junkie and I don’t work out every single day,” she explains. “I don’t have a regime, I just move about and exercise in whatever manner I feel like at the time.
© Dana Patrick“It is important for me to be active, whether it be riding my Peloton, walking my dogs or dancing to eighties music in my living room. Movement is very therapeutic for me and fills my emotional bank account.”
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At 49, Nina was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, explaining: “I am fortunate to not have to take insulin, but am on medication and will probably need to be for the rest of my life.”
To stay healthy, she takes supplements including folic acid, magnesium and vitamin D, but doesn’t follow a strict diet.
“Although I am diabetic, I eat anything I want in moderation,” she shares. “I do not deprive myself of certain foods, but I certainly don’t go crazy and eat a gallon of ice cream.
“I make it a point to never skip breakfast – it’s my fuel for the day. I load up on protein and then throughout the day, I graze on healthy snacks, instead of a full lunch and dinner.
“I try not to eat past 6pm, as I feel so much better in the morning when I wake up, which is around 5am or when my four rescue pups decide to wake me up!”
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As someone brimming with energy and enthusiasm, it’s clear to see Nina is an optimistic person – with so much excitement still to come.
© Dana Patrick“What makes me happiest in my fifties is knowing that my happiest moments have yet to come! Life is good and I am grateful and appreciative of it all,” she tells HELLO!
“My advice for others is very simple: Life is going to pass regardless of what you are doing or not doing, just go for it!”
© GettyHELLO! wanted to create a space dedicated to sharing incredible stories from midlife; somewhere you can find inspiring stories of like-minded women, living their best life beyond 45.
Enter, Second Act…
For too long, we were expected to fade into the background when we hit 45, but we’re here to reframe your Second Act as a celebratory, exciting new chapter with endless possibilities ahead.
From women who embarked on new careers in their fifties, to those who travelled the world alone after their children left home, to women who finally felt confident when they reached their forties, Second Act is devoted to celebrating the incredible stories of midlife, and we’d love to have you along for the journey – because being part of a community makes everything more enjoyable.
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9. Get more vitamin C and D:
Vitamin C and D play roles in weight management and overall health. Incorporate foods rich in these vitamins, such as citrus fruits, berries, mushrooms, and fatty fish, into your diet.
PULASKI CO., Va. – Seniors in Pulaski County had a big opportunity to learn about their health options throughout the New River Valley.
The Pulaski YMCA held their Senior Health and Fitness Day to help seniors in the county stay active and engaged.
At the event, there were booths for health information, tools in case of an emergency, and even some fitness activities for people.
“Oh my goodness I did the aging, the library, nutrition, Alzheimer’s, [and] stroke [booth],” said Cynthia Goodrum, a Pulaski resident.
“It’s great because we just need to as a community come together and have that time together and know that we’ve got each other’s backs—especially with health issues,” said Kimberly Knapp, yoga and Pilates instructor at the Pulaski YMCA.
They said they plan to have this event every year for seniors in the county.
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