Background: Physical activity is a part of self-care for children, youth and young adults with type 1 -diabetes. To not suffer from hypoglycemia and to maintain a good glycemic balance is described to be of difficulty during physical activity.

Aim: The aim was to highlight what experiences children, adolescents and young adults, with type 1-diabetes, can feel during physical activity.

Method: The study was carried out through a literature study and the result was based on seven qualitative articles.

Results: Four categories emerged: Be afraid, To be different, Movement provides quality of life and To have knowledge. Individuals experienced a fear of hypoglycemia while doing physical activities. This fear was strongly related to different circumstances, depending how well the participants preparation was and their knowledge they had about how their body works, in conjunction with physical activity.

Conclusion: The literature study showed different circumstances that can affect the individual`s experience, in conjunction with physical activity. Those who had control over their blood glucose, with right glucose monitoring and good knowledge of how to handle physical activity, felt less or no worries about suffering from low blood glucose. Further research into the conditions that can facilitate physical activity for individuals with type 1-diabetes is necessary. Implementation of physical activity should take place together with the nurse who has knowledge and can provide support in the management. Technical diabetes aids could also contribute to a safer and more secure performance of physical activity.