The Healthy Diabetic
Welcome to The healthy Diabetic Podcast, each week I talk about how to navigate the complexities of diabetes. I interview doctors, Endo's, dietitians, CDE's, technology leaders, caregivers, and of course anybody who is affected by diabetes. This show is for you if you're looking for safe, educational, and engaging conversations. I promise to brighten your day, and you'll be sure to leave educated, supported, and guided on your way to a healthier and happier life with diabetes.
Remember, your only job as a diabetic is to figure out what works for you!
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Coach Ken.
The Healthy Diabetic
#297: Redefining Diabetes and Owning Your Story - Rob Howe
What does it look like to fully own your story with Type 1 diabetes and stop letting the condition define you? In this episode, I sit down with Rob Howe—former professional basketball player, creator of Diabetics Doing Things, and passionate advocate for the T1D community. Rob shares how sports shaped his relationship with diabetes, why storytelling matters in this space, and what it takes to break free from shame, comparison, and limiting beliefs. This is a powerful conversation about redefining what’s possible while living with T1D.
Key Takeaways
- Your story matters — Why sharing your journey helps both you and the T1D community.
- Shame doesn’t belong here — How to stop letting diabetes define your self-worth.
- Beyond the numbers — A1C isn’t everything—focus on real life, not perfection.
- Lessons from sports — How discipline, resilience, and community carry over from the court into daily diabetes life.
- Building community — Why connection and storytelling create hope and belonging.
Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode
- 📸 Follow Rob Howe on Instagram: @RobHowe21
- 🎧 Check out Diabetics Doing Things: Listen Here
About the Host
I’m Coach Ken Kniss, founder of Simplifying Life With Diabetes and host of The Healthy Diabetic Podcast. I help people living with diabetes feel confident, informed, and in control—without the hesitation and distrust in their diabetes decisions.
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