Today, I talk about my personal journey while training for and running my two marathons. As a T1D, in October 2023, I ran the BayState Marathon in Lowell, Massachusetts. And in September 2025, I ran the Jack & Jill Downhill Marathon in the Poconos, Pennsylvania. Leading up to my first marathon, I discuss the life events that led me to stop drinking alcohol.

Two and a half years into sobriety, the data is clear—my T1D management and athletic performance are fueled by that one choice. We’re talking about more than just miles today; we’re talking about the mental fortitude and the 'machine' precision required to normalize the movement of not drinking in an endurance culture.

Whether you're training for your first race or just trying to keep your glucose in range, let’s get to work.

BayState Marathon Time– 3:52:08

Poconos Marathon Time– 3:47:34

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Stay tuned for updates on T1Determined's collaboration with Project Insulnation to construct T1D Adult Backcountry Adventures.

Today, I welcome back T1D ultra endurance athlete, Chris Roome. Chris recently founded a Type 1 adventure company, Project Insulntation. This is our next adventure together as T1Determined will partner with Project Insulnation in curating Type 1 backcountry trips, expeditions, and more while capturing the content and stories of the T1D athletes joining us. We dive deep into the importance of surrounding yourself with a positive community and why adventure is so crucial to help with T1D mindset.

Project Insulnation: @project_insulnation | projectinsulnation.com

TETONS APPLICATION: CLICK HERE

If interested in joining, please email: roome.christopher@gmail.com | joseph@t1determined.net

Carol Dweck Reference

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Today, I am joined by two incredible leaders from the Diabetes Sports Project (DSP): Dr. Joe Henske and Lauren Adams.

Dr. Henske is a clinical endocrinologist, researcher, and Director of the Diabetes Program at the University of Arkansas, Medical Sciences. Having completed 15 marathons, he is currently leading a groundbreaking study on T1D athletes competing in the Boston Marathon.

Joining him is Lauren Adams, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist with nearly two decades of experience blending clinical expertise with a passion for community advocacy– having completed 12 marathons.

As ambassadors for the Diabetes Sports Project, Joe and Lauren work to empower the millions affected by diabetes, proving through elite competition that proper management and a positive outlook make any dream achievable.

We dive into the intersection of high-level athletics and diabetes technology. We discuss Dr. Henske’s latest research on marathoners, Lauren’s insights on nutritional victory, and how they are both working to provide the roadmap for the next generation of T1D athletes to perform at the highest levels of sport.

Diabetes Sports Project: @diabetessportsproject | diabetessportsproject.com

Dr. Joe Henske's Research:

Approach to the Patient– Type 1 Diabetes Management With Exercise-Prepare, Perform, Stabilize, and Study

The Accuracy of Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Flash Glucose Monitoring During Aerobic Exercise in Type 1 Diabetes

Are Regular Aerobic Exercisers With Type 1 Diabetes Following Current Physical Activity Self-Management Guidelines?

Lessons learned from the pilot family model of diabetes self-management intervention in the Republic of the Marshall Islands

Human islet preparations distributed for research exhibit a variety of insulin-secretory profiles

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