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Emily is coming to CampWILD!!!

With CampWILD right around the corner, we wanted to introduce you to some folks heading to camp this summer. We think they are amazing! First up, Emily. Look for more in the coming days. Name – Emily Type of Diabetes … Continue reading

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Using TeamWILD’s Run Program to Complete First Half Marathon

The Big D Half Marathon had been taunting me from my calendar for a couple of months now. Why taunting? Well, this was my third attempt at the half marathon. Attempt one ended when my knee decided to inform me … Continue reading

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TeamWILD Welcomes Run Coach Adam Burrack, Taking Diabetes Exercise to the Next Level!

With Adam Burrack joining our TeamWILD coaching team, we wanted to take a few minutes to learn a little more about him. So, we asked him some short questions about diabetes, running, and life. How do you define “Athlete”? I … Continue reading

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Diabetic Cyclist Asks, “How do I unclip on a hill?” TeamWILD Coaches Answer

TeamWILD Athletics believes in providing expert guidance and coaching for people with diabetes who want to use the endurance sports of running, cycling, triathlon and walking as a key strategy for wellness. Toward that end, we often get questions from … Continue reading

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Diabetes Exercise Athlete to Athlete Tip: Carrying Gels on your Bike

You have diabetes. You are riding your bike. You are riding your bike for a long time. This means you need to carry nutrition with you. You wonder, what are the options for me to do this? Well, here is … Continue reading

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How to Use a Heart Rate Monitor for Diabetes Exercise Empowerment

WILDfit athlete, Ivette, wants to know how her heart monitor should fit into her training plan and Coach Lynnda offers her some great tips to get started. While heart rate monitors can provide fantastic feedback, we don’t always use them … Continue reading

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Natural Easter Egg Dyes Good for Diabetes Exercise and Diabetes Diets

The incredible edible egg! With 6 grams of protein and .6 grams of carbohydrate packed into 72 calories, what’s not to like? For athletes, eggs provide a nice balance of fat and protein to fuel their athletic pursuits and should … Continue reading

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What to Take While Running with Diabetes

In this Athlete to Athlete video Team WILD discusses what to take on a run when you have diabetes??? Alex and Karen talk about how to carry your diabetes supplies, nutrition and so forth on a run!

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How to Swim with Diabetes

TeamWILD’s own Alex and Karen discuss different strategies for diabetic swimmers. Ever wonder what to take to the pool? Where to keep it? Alex and Karen share their approaches to hitting the pool.

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Emotional Eating Solutions for Diabetes Exercise and a Healthy Life: Ginger Tells It Like It Is!

Do you find yourself devouring your favorite snack late at night and struggling later with the guilt of your overindulgence? Throw in a high blood sugar reading and the frustration seems to ruin another evening… Ever find yourself staring into … Continue reading

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