Episode 312 - 10-Time Olympic Medalist Gary Hall Jr.’s Journey with Diabetes

Editor’s note: This episode was recorded prior to the 2025 fires
that ravaged Los Angeles, including Gary Hall Jr.’s home in the
Pacific Palisades: you can donate to his go fund me at this link
and support additional efforts to support those affected in Los
Angeles here. Doing Well with Diabetes is a podcast
series collaboration between the International Diabetes
Federation and the Diabetics Doing Things podcast. During this
series, host Rob Howe interviews athletes living with diabetes from
around the globe to help inspire the next generation of athletes
with diabetes to continue to work towards their dreams while doing
well with diabetes.  Doing Well with Diabetes is part of the
Kids and Diabetes in Schools program. Diabetics Doing Things has
donated all production and promotion in-kind. In this episode of
‘Doing Well with Diabetes,’ host Rob Howe interviews Gary Hall Jr.,
the most decorated Olympian with type 1 diabetes. Gary shares his
experiences leading up to and following his diagnosis in 1999,
discussing the challenges and triumphs of managing diabetes as a
top-level athlete. They delve into the nuances of diabetes
management, the importance of perseverance, and the critical
support systems that aided Gary in his career. The conversation
also addresses broader topics such as advocacy, the role of sports
in diabetes management, and the future of diabetes care. Resources:
Kids IDF