Episode 293 - Eric Dutcher - Can you go off-grid with Type 1 Diabetes?

Eric Dutcher is a diabetes advocate and endurance athlete who has
been featured on the "Diabetics Doing Things" podcast previously.
In this episode, he discusses his recent 50th birthday celebration,
which involved traveling to the remote island of Rapa Nui (Easter
Island) to participate in the first-ever ultramarathon race held on
the island. Key Topics Discussed: * Eric's decision 10 years ago to
"live the breadth of his life" rather than just the length, and how
that has led him to take on increasingly ambitious athletic
challenges (00:02:19) * The planning and preparation process for
Eric's trip to Rapa Nui, including acclimating to the environment
through shorter runs and hikes (00:14:25) * Eric's experience
running the 50K ultramarathon on Rapa Nui, including dealing with a
dog encounter and managing his diabetes during the long,
challenging run (00:24:25) * The importance of community and
mentorship for Eric in pursuing athletic goals as a person with
diabetes (00:32:10) * Eric's perspective on embracing an "athlete
first, diabetic second" mindset, and the grace required to keep
showing up and trying new things as one gets older (00:34:13) Where
to Find: Eric Dutcher LinkedIn https://dutcherlife.com/