Episode 309 - Lara McSpadden on Balancing Professional Basketball and Diabetes Management

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 professional basketball player
Lara McSpadden. Lara shares her experiences of living with diabetes
for nearly 18 years and how it intersects with her career as an
athlete. They discuss the challenges of managing diabetes while
maintaining a rigorous training and playing schedule, the
importance of a strong support system, and mental health. Lara also
provides insights into her routines, favorite diabetes management
tips, and advice for young athletes with diabetes. This inspiring
conversation aims to encourage those living with diabetes to pursue
their dreams while effectively managing their condition. Resources:
Kids IDF