Episodes
7 years ago, I almost died in Paris France from a low - last week I went back to face my fears...And it was more challenging than I expected.In today's episode, I share the "diabetes trifecta of danger" that nearly wrecked my blood sugars (and my trip) while traveling through Greece for my buddy's wedding.If you've ever experienced rough blood sugars as a result of a chaotic schedule (because life can get crazy sometimes), then THIS is the episode for you.>> LISTEN NOWGrab your free tic...
Published 05/21/24
I asked Shirley to share the ins and outs of her journey from struggle to success through our T1D program, and she did not disappoint...We had an incredible chat about how hard things used to be (and some of the realities we face with type 1 diabetes)...And she details her amazing A1C and time in range secrets that she turned around in less than 8 weeks!>> LISTEN NOWGrab your free ticket to this advanced T1D training here:https://diabetesinaction.comFree T1D Support Group Here: https://...
Published 05/14/24
This is our reality - type 1 diabetes still holds the potential to be a death sentence...Even for me.No matter how well controlled, no matter how restricted or "safe" we try to be...All it takes is one bad day and a few wrong choices, and we're done.In today's episode, we respectfully discuss a recent death of a type 1 and the two important perspectives that can and should be gained from this news.I also share some news of my own if you stick around till the end.If this is a sensitive topic f...
Published 05/07/24
Forced experimentation: I took a new insulin that I’d never had before out of desperation…If diabetes has taught me one thing, it’s the skill of adaptation (and “rolling with it”).I didn’t plan on running out of insulin, definitely not taking a mystery insulin in the middle of the jungle, and certainly not the bonus lesson that a stumbled across with a blood sugar at 250 haha.It was a rough day filled with opportunity to learn from mistakes, and I hope that today’s episode allows you to learn...
Published 04/30/24
New fear unlocked: my wife and I got sucked out to sea in a Hawaiian rip current...And it opened my mind to something that we as type 1 diabetics face nearly every day...An unseen danger, that if gone unnoticed, could spell disaster (or worse), with blood sugars.In today's episode, I felt it was important to share something that could save a few lives (and definitely your time in range) as I walk through the story of a pretty traumatic experience from our vacation in Hawaii.>> LISTEN NO...
Published 04/23/24
I had the chance to sit down and chat with one of my clients that recently had an “ah-ha” moment with the diabetes math that we teach… And I was so impressed at her calculations for ‘rescuing’ some rough blood sugars in a really complicated situation and ending perfectly in range without any sacrifice! In today’s episode, I asked her to break down exactly HOW she calculated her blood sugar formula, why it was important, and share a few secrets/tid-bits from her time in coaching with...
Published 04/16/24
My blood sugars didn’t exactly “behave” during my Ironman 70.3 race, so how was I able to stay 96% time in range for the whole thing? There’s a single decision-making framework that I use (and teach my clients) that enabled me to fix my blood sugars on the fly in the middle of a 7 hour endurance race… And I want to share that with you today. >> LISTEN NOW Grab your free report to the advanced T1D training here: https://renegadenewsletter.com/ --------- Welcome to the Pardon My...
Published 04/09/24
We spent a full day in the hospital for my daughter last week… While it was a planned visit (and not T1D thankfully), our nerves were running high while they ran a series of tests on our little girl. Through the course of the day, I noticed a few things about the medical world that seemed all too familiar with my experience with T1D, that I thought I’d share here in a more vulnerable episode… Listen in now to hear about my amazing daughter, the medical system, and how I experiment with...
Published 04/02/24
Blood sugar of 42 mg/dL and 300 mg/dL in the same DAY?! Let’s discuss how to get off the Blood Sugar Roller Coaster in today’s episode, because that was ROUGH. It’s true. MY blood sugars hit urgent low AND urgent high… in the same day. (Yup, I’m human too… I messed up) In today’s episode I break down 3 examples of exercise, food, and insulin timing that may help you to discover your “blood sugar reset formula” if you listen carefully. >> LISTEN NOW Grab your free report to the...
Published 03/26/24
It’s easy to get “lost” in the complexity of diabetes - so today I want to share a story about a client that fixed her blood sugars without changing insulin at all… As well as a few other “easy wins” that I like to walk new clients through before we even get to the advanced “blood sugar formulas”. Because the reality is - the advanced stuff (blood sugar formulas) won’t even work unless the foundations are set FIRST. Check out today’s episode for my top 5 foundations of diabetes management...
Published 03/19/24
It’s true - I was scared to take my insulin (and sometimes… didn’t) for a number of reasons. In today’s episode I share a few vulnerable stories (including my superstar T1D sister’s story) about how I went from nervous about lows and highs to living fearlessly with diabetes… Oh, and I’m redefining “fearless” - you’ll get a kick out of what that word ACTUALLY means to me. Ultimately, diabetes DID hold me back (and it was rooted in fear), but a recent 60 mile bike ride and mile and a half swim...
Published 03/12/24
It’s true - diabetes is harder for some than it is for others… and it all boils down to a single trait (in my opinion)… The bad news - it might be harder for YOU. The good news, you can change this trait if it’s currently missing (and it’s easier than you think). In today’s episode I break down what might be making diabetes extra tough, as well as which of the two paths you might take if you’re looking to make it easier. >> LISTEN NOW Grab your free report to the advanced T1D training...
Published 03/05/24
Let me be clear - I still get nervous about blood sugars when I’m about to embark on a 60 mile bike ride through the mountains… But it’s nowhere near the panic attacks (yes, seriously) that I used to have just leaving the house with a dropping blood sugar. In today’s episode, I break down a few very real examples from my life with diabetes and anxiety - how I’ve overcome (most of) it, and the 3 lessons I’ve learned that may help you as well if you’ve ever felt uneasy with lows or...
Published 02/27/24
“Unsettling” is the best way I can describe this event over the weekend, and there was an important lesson learned in the process… ‌ I believe I’ve discovered a new “blood sugar variable” that’s gonna end up in my next book… And while it might not be a “normal” encounter, I believe that the more you know, the better prepared you are when it comes to managing type 1 diabetes. I got to experience a bit of a seize for the first time in my life… and in today’s podcast episode I share the...
Published 02/20/24
It’s hard to say this - but I’ve been wrong about blood sugars (I’m human too)… but sharing this lesson might help you or others to fix it before it becomes a problem… Years ago, I optimized for blood sugars ONLY. It worked… I mean, I figured them out and kept them near-perfect… But I was miserable and restricted… It felt like diabetes was controlling me… and I needed a change. I needed my quality of life back. Today’s episode focuses on a very recent realization that I believe will help many...
Published 02/13/24
You’ve heard it said - “exercise is good for your diabetes”… then WHY does it make my blood sugars go crazy?? In today’s episode, I share the heartbreaking moment I broke my streak of over 300 consecutive workouts of 100% time in range… The reason I just couldn’t keep it perfect through this one workout… And as always - what you can DO about it to make sure you don’t repeat my mistakes with your own blood sugars. As a bonus- I also announce a new project I’m working on as I head into this...
Published 02/06/24
There’s been a “missing link” in our diabetes care team forEVER, and it’s time to change that… In today’s episode, I share the one addition to my medical team that actually allowed me to step out of the standard of “survival mode” with type 1 diabetes… And into “thriving with type 1 diabetes”.‌ Drop in and check it out, I also detail my recent 42.5 mile bike ride, the 200+ carbs I ate without insulin, and MORE. >> LISTEN NOW Click the link and claim your spot in our FREE...
Published 01/30/24
Type 1 Diabetes is HARD, let’s not sugarcoat it (pun definitely intended), but what if there were a way reduce the overwhelm associated with it? I noticed something interesting the other day, where sometimes when I have out of range numbers, I get ANGRY… but this other time, I carried on (literally singing to myself) without a care in the world. I was able to identify what gave me that “care-free” mindset back… without giving up healthy blood sugars (because ignoring it isn’t a great...
Published 01/23/24
I gained 12 pounds of fat to prove a point, and now it’s time to burn it off in under 6 weeks. What’s the point? To prove that the “advice” we’re given as diabetics can actually LEAD into fat GAINED, making it harder than ever to actually lose the weight… And to give you a hint: it’s not the insulin that’s making us fat… it’s something far worse… But much easier to remedy. Jump into today’s episode with me as I chronicle how my doctor made me fat, what you might have been misinformed about...
Published 01/16/24
Which of the two “blind spots” are you most at risk for with type 1 diabetes? We create “blind spots” when we unknowingly over-compensate for rough blood sugars… (like taking extra insulin to cover a high blood sugar, when instead we might have just needed an extra 5 minutes on the pre-bolus instead to avoid the spike) The issue is that without the distinction from today’s episode, you may never know that you’re compensating incorrectly in the first place. In fact, when I understood this one...
Published 01/09/24
Diabetes is essentially a “mine field” we have to navigate without a map… and learn from trial and error without blowing our legs off in the process. ‌In today’s episode I break down: • diabetes blind spots (and how to identify them) • how to reduce the ‘ignorance tax’ we all pay (i.e. - frustrating, mysterious blood sugars) • My method for learning about the “unknown” blood sugar variables and more! Give it a listen and watch closely for my diabetes “theme” of 2024… >>Listen Now Grab...
Published 01/02/24
Finding “Balance” in life… is impossible. And I’m giving up the attempt. There’s a new “phase” of life that I find myself shifting towards more and more recently, and it’s something I wanted to share with you in case it helps with the constant effort to “balance” blood sugars. Full story, life update, and “ah-ha” moment I had  >>Listen Now Grab your 90% Time In Range GUARANTEE here: steadybloodsugars.com --------- Welcome to the Pardon My Pancreas podcast!! This show is all about REAL...
Published 12/26/23
Why aren't Doctors telling us about this incredibly simple way to balance healthy blood sugars for good? In today's episode, Matt shares one of his "T1D client success secrets" that helps his clients to get 90% time in range with near-perfect blood sugars in less than a week... without losing their minds. >>Listen Now Grab your 90% Time In Range GUARANTEE here: steadybloodsugars.com --------- Welcome to the Pardon My Pancreas podcast!! This show is all about REAL life with type 1...
Published 12/19/23
I remained 100% Time In Range for 7 Days straight… And honestly - it had a negative effect on my mental health by day 7. I was constantly checking my numbers. The moment I woke up I checked my numbers… The moment I ate… The moment I started working… (Like I was LITERALLY checking my blood sugar levels every 30 minutes, constantly fearing I might not hit the target.) Admittedly, it required a TON of effort and mental strain.‌ But, this entire experience not only taught me how to have an...
Published 12/12/23