Help anyone? I was just diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes 8 weeks ago and out-of-shape. I'm male, 57 yrs old, 158 lbs, 5'8" with a BMI of 24, started on Lantus insulin 20 units/day at diagnosis. At diagnosis, I almost immediately started a low glycemic, mostly plant-based diet and have been walking 6 miles/day alternating with elliptical workouts and recently began weight lifting. I'm now on only 10 units per day with average fasting glucose of 84 in the morning. My BIG question:  If I keep this training program up without straining ligaments/muscles/etc, is it possible that I could return to mountain climbing to a point where I could summit Mt Rainier?? Or am I too old for this? Is it too late to try this? Does anyone have any advice on how to prepare for a person of my age? Does anyone know another type 2 diabetic about my age who has successfully done this? I don't want to get my hopes up...What's realistic? -Much Thanks!!