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Cycling with Diabetes: Why an E-Bike Tour in Italy Was a Life-Changing Choice
Sometimes, a single ride can give us back something we thought we had lost: the confidence to ride, the freedom to explore, and the joy of cycling.
I started cycling when I was a child, and riding has always been something I’ve loved. But after having my first child, I developed diabetes, and everything changed.
My blood sugar levels became unpredictable, and cycling, something that had always brought me so much joy, suddenly became a source of anxiety. I was scared to venture too far, especially to places where I couldn’t be sure I’d find something to eat or somewhere to stop and rest. Slowly, the freedom I had always felt on a bike began to disappear.
Back in the Saddle
Coming to Italy with my family this October gave me the opportunity to get back in the saddle. I’ll admit, I was incredibly nervous. But from the moment we set off, I started to feel more comfortable and confident.
Bertie was our guide, and together we cycled 30 km at a really enjoyable pace. The e-bike allowed me to manage my effort without feeling overwhelmed, while the saddlebags gave me somewhere safe and convenient to carry my insulin and emergency snacks. Knowing I had everything I needed with me made such a difference and allowed me to relax and enjoy the experience.
A New Sense of Freedom
After the ride, I was amazed and relieved to see how stable my blood sugar levels had remained. For the first time in a long while, I felt like I could enjoy cycling again without constantly worrying about what might happen.
The experience has been so positive that I’m now seriously considering buying an e-bike when I get back home and making cycling part of my daily routine.
That one ride gave me back something I thought I had lost: the confidence to ride, the freedom to explore, and the joy of cycling with my family.
It has genuinely changed my life.
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