Author Archives: Gillian

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About Gillian

I am a type 1 diabetic diagnosed at the age of 30. I run marathons, participate in bike races , ironman triathlons and everything in between.

Wobbley and Shakey

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Gillian

Today I was riding into work and that familiar low blood sugar feeling set in.  I was wobbly and shakey. I left the house feeling fine and I hadn’t over bolused.  I had a banana and almond butter and some … Continue reading →

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Leons Race Report

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Gillian

Race Report – Leon’s Triathlon This was the third year since the resurgence of Leon’s Triathlon.  The triathlon was a popular Olympic distance race in the late 80’s and early 90’s.  It took a hiatus and then came back in … Continue reading →

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IRONMAN TEXAS RACE REPORT

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Gillian

One of the biggest obstacles of training for an ironman and attempting to come up with a race plan is that there is no way to replicate race day conditions.  You train for 6+ months then you race and you … Continue reading →

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