At just seven years old, Luke Palmisano was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.  Nearly 35 years later, he’s an ER physician, avid CrossFit athlete, father, and former collegiate wrestler, and he’s learned quite a bit by modifying his lifestyle to help reduce complications from the condition.

We first met a couple years ago at a CrossFit Level 1 seminar for physicians and ever since I have been struck by his intensity and passion for using CrossFit to prevent and treat so many of the conditions he encounters as an ER physician.

In this episode, we talk about how diabetes has impacted so many aspects of his life, how he’s navigated the unique challenges of cutting weight for wrestling and beginning CrossFit,  what his experience in the emergency room has been like in the midst of the covid pandemic, and even how his service dog helps him monitor his blood sugar! 

You can connect with Dr. Palmisano via Instagram. @drlukep

Related Episodes:

Ep 46 - Living and Training with Type 1 Diabetes with Brendan Snyder

Ep 125 - Bridging the Gap Between the Hospital and the CrossFit Affiliate

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