Avoiding clogs, scar tissue, and mystery highs with smarter site rotation
Your insulin might be fine. Your carb count might be perfect. But if your pump site is tired? That’s where the chaos begins. This episode explains why site rotation matters, what scar tissue does, and how to actually make rotation easy enough to stick with.

👉 Listener Challenge: Try a brand new site location this week. DM me your best pump site hacks!
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Website: yourbestt1dyear.com

Taming your diabetes tech before it drives you bananas
Is your CGM acting like a toddler with a megaphone? Between alarms, app updates, and data overload, tech can go from helpful to hectic real fast. This episode shares the science behind alarm fatigue—and how to simplify your setup so it actually supports you (not stress you out).

👉 Listener Challenge: Pick one alert to silence, adjust, or rename. Bonus points for the funniest low-alert title.

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Why your CGM and pump need to be on the same side of your body
Your CGM says “No Signal” and suddenly you’re sweating—not from the walk, but from wondering if your blood sugar is tanking.

Today’s episode breaks down how Bluetooth really works (hint: your body is a giant meat sponge) and why keeping your devices on the same side can make your tech actually work like it’s supposed to. Plus, a stat about CGM gaps that’ll make you rethink your setup.

👉 Listener Challenge: Try a full day of “same-side setup” and DM me what changes!
💙 Sponsored by Blue Circle Health:
Managing T1D is hard. Getting care shouldn’t be.
🎯 Get free virtual care from real endos, educators, and coaches at bluecirclehealth.org

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Website: yourbestt1dyear.com

Mastering your T1D tech without losing your mind
Your CGM beeps in the middle of a meeting—again. Is it a low… or just a Bluetooth tantrum?
This episode kicks off our August series: Tech Troubles & Triumphs. We’re talking CGMs, pumps, alarms, and why “just wear the tech” isn’t the full story. Plus, one tiny tweak you can make this week to reduce the chaos.

👉 Listener Challenge: Pick one tech frustration and make one small adjustment. DM me your story!

💙 Sponsored by Blue Circle Health:

Managing T1D is hard. Getting care shouldn’t be.

🎯 Get free virtual care from real endos, educators, and coaches at bluecirclehealth.org

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Website: yourbestt1dyear.com

Can You Exercise Without a CGM?

Not everyone has a CGM – and even if you do, sometimes it fails. This episode teaches you old-school strategies that still work.

📌 Today, We’re Covering:

✔️ How to check BG before, during, and after workouts

✔️ Pre-CGM era strategies for safety and confidence

✔️ Why patterns matter more than single data points

📢 Resources & Links:

✅ Download the T1D Movement Planning Guide → yourbestt1dyear.com

✅ Follow me on Instagram: @thebetes

✅ Follow me on TikTok: @the.betes

✅ Read my new book: Type 1 Diabetes – True Stories

✅ Learn more or sign up for free care: bluecirclehealth.org

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Rob Howe on Strength, Resilience, and Doing Hard Things

From D2 basketball to fatherhood to hosting Diabetics Doing Things, Rob Howe shows what it means to thrive with T1D. Today, we go deep.

📌 Today, We’re Covering:

✔️ Rob’s workouts, cold plunges, and daily mental game

✔️ Strength training hacks for T1Ds

✔️ Why discipline and grace must go together

📢 Resources & Links:

✅ Follow Rob on Instagram: @robhowe21

✅ Listen to Diabetics Doing Things: Podcast Link

✅ Download the T1D Movement Planning Guide → yourbestt1dyear.com

✅ Follow me on Instagram: @thebetes

✅ Follow me on TikTok: @the.betes

✅ Read my new book: Type 1 Diabetes – True Stories

✅ Learn more or sign up for free care: bluecirclehealth.org

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How to Plan for the Race (or the Random Dog Walk)

Whether it’s a marathon or an unplanned walk with a friend, T1Ds need a strategy. This episode builds your checklist.

📌 Today, We’re Covering:

✔️ Why planned vs spontaneous movement need different prep

✔️ My 5-point pre-movement checklist

✔️ How to feel confident leaving the house

📢 Resources & Links:

✅ Download the T1D Movement Planning Guide → yourbestt1dyear.com

✅ Follow me on Instagram: @thebetes

✅ Follow me on TikTok: @the.betes

✅ Read my new book: Type 1 Diabetes – True Stories

✅ Learn more or sign up for free care: bluecirclehealth.org

🚀 New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Hit subscribe!

Why Lifting Isn’t Just for Dudes in Tank Tops

Think strength training isn’t for you? Think again. This episode unpacks why muscle is your metabolic secret weapon.

📌 Today, We’re Covering:

✔️ How lifting affects insulin sensitivity and BG stability

✔️ Why gyms can feel intimidating—and how to overcome that

✔️ One simple strength move to try this week

📢 Resources & Links:

✅ Download the T1D Movement Planning Guide → yourbestt1dyear.com

✅ Follow me on Instagram: @thebetes

✅ Follow me on TikTok: @the.betes

✅ Read my new book: Type 1 Diabetes – True Stories

✅ Learn more or sign up for free care: bluecirclehealth.org

🚀 New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Hit subscribe!

Let’s Talk About Basal Insulin

Basal insulin affects every workout. This episode unpacks how small tweaks can prevent mid-exercise chaos.

📌 Today, We’re Covering:

✔️ Why aerobic and anaerobic workouts need different basal plans

✔️ My early mistakes and what finally worked

✔️ An elite ultra runner’s basal strategy for endurance

📢 Resources & Links:

✅ Download the T1D Movement Planning Guide → yourbestt1dyear.com

✅ Follow me on Instagram: @thebetes

✅ Follow me on TikTok: @the.betes

✅ Read my new book: Type 1 Diabetes – True Stories

✅ Learn more or sign up for free care: bluecirclehealth.org

🚀 New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Hit subscribe!

Stacking Habits (Without Burning Out)

Think adding exercise means overhauling your life? Nope. This episode shows how tiny habit stacks can build lasting health.

📌 Today, We’re Covering:

✔️ James Clear’s “habit stacking” secret for movement

✔️ How to add a 3-minute walk without burnout

✔️ Why real change is never dramatic (and that’s good)

📢 Resources & Links:

✅ Download the T1D Movement Planning Guide → yourbestt1dyear.com

✅ Follow me on Instagram: @thebetes

✅ Follow me on TikTok: @the.betes

✅ Read my new book: Type 1 Diabetes – True Stories

✅ Learn more or sign up for free care: bluecirclehealth.org

🚀 New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Hit subscribe!