This episode, Dwayne and Mal are honoured to be joined by our good friend Hannah Thompson.

Hannah was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in her late 20s. She opens up about the early symptoms that led to her diagnosis, waking up with the loss of her vision, and the adjustments she’s made to live and run with Type 1.

Hannah shares what’s worked for her in managing blood sugars as a runner, some of her scariest moments with diabetes, and how others can better support someone living with Type 1.

Hannah previously a competitive swimmer specialising in the butterfly. Her running CV is completing the Bay of Islands 50k Ultra, 75km in King’s Backyard, and four marathons, with a personal best of 3 hours and 28 minutes.

She speaks candidly about the mental and physical struggles of training and racing with a chronic condition at times thinking, “I’d rather die than not finish this race” while also acknowledging the challenges of getting to the start line.

Thanks Han for your vulnerability.

Enjoy the listen y'all.