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Book SynopsisDon't let diabetes send you to the bench. These motivational stories of top athletes with diabetes will inspire you to live your best life. Shortlisted for the American Book Fest Book Award in Health: Diet & Exercise by the American Book FestAn ultra-marathoner, a three-time Olympic gold medalist, a major league pitcher, and an NFL star. What do these elite athletes have in common? They reached the top of their fieldall while living with diabetes. Essential reading for people who have diabetes and their families, Winning with Diabetes highlights the challenges, perseverance, and successes of sixteen elite athletes living with the disease. From mountain climber Will Cross, to college softball champion Kylee Perez, to NBA legend Dominique Wilkins, and many more, these are the real-life stories of diagnosis, adapting new day-to-day routines, finding support, training, competing, and connecting with communities of other people living with diabetes. The book features advice for facing com
Table of ContentsPreface
Acknowledgments
1. The Diagnosis of Diabetes: Why me?
2. Learning about Diabetes: Where did it come from?
3. Living with Diabetes: How will I manage day-to-day?
4. Self-care in Diabetes: How can I prevent complications?
5. Finding Support: What will other people think?
6. Winning with Diabetes: Can I accomplish my life goals?
7. Building a Community: How can I give back?
Author Bios
Index
