Winning with Diabetes: Inspiring Stories from Athletes to Help You Thrive

Elite athletes with diabetes, such as an ultra-marathoner, three-time Olympic gold medalist, major league pitcher, and NFL star, have achieved success while living with the disease. Winning with Diabetes, a book by physicians who have set the standards for management of the disease, features interviews with athletes and expert commentary to inspire readers of all ages to live their best life.

Format: Hardback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 06 June 2023
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press

Don't let diabetes sideline you. These inspiring stories of top athletes with diabetes will empower you to live your best life.

Selected for the American Book Fest Book Award in Health: Diet & Exercise by the American Book Fest, this remarkable book showcases the remarkable achievements of ultra-marathoner, three-time Olympic gold medalist, major league pitcher, and NFL star. What unites these elite athletes? They have reached the pinnacle of their respective fields, all while managing diabetes.

Winning with Diabetes is a must-read for individuals with diabetes and their families. It sheds light on the challenges, perseverance, and triumphs of sixteen elite athletes who are living with the disease. From mountain climber Will Cross to college softball champion Kylee Perez, NBA legend Dominique Wilkins, and many more, these are the real-life stories of diagnosis, adapting to new daily routines, seeking support, training, competing, and connecting with communities of people with diabetes. The book offers valuable advice for overcoming common fears and challenges, both on and off the playing field. Each chapter features interviews with athletes, complemented by expert commentary from the authors. Chapters also include summaries of key concepts, accompanied by illustrations and other graphics.

Winning with Diabetes will resonate with readers of all ages, including those who are newly diagnosed and those who have been managing diabetes for years. Written by physicians who have established the standards for disease management, this book provides invaluable insights into finding ways to lead a fulfilling life. Let the expertise, the athletes, and the inspiration found in Winning with Diabetes equip you with the tools you need to stay in the game and thrive.

Weight: 556g
Dimension: 158 x 236 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781421445571