Pardon My Pancreas - Type 1 Diabetes with Matt Vande Vegte
Matt Vande Vegte, CPT from FTFWarrior.com gets real about living with diabetes and everything that comes with it. As a certified trainer and nutritionist (and T1D), Matt goes over his unique "blood sugar formula" and how you too can learn to predict blood sugars through any exercise, activity, and meal. Welcome to our Tribe of T1D Warriors.
Episodes
“Diabetes is a blessing with side effects.”
Trayvon shares his journey of living with Type 1 diabetes since age 9, overcoming challenges, building confidence, and learning to take control of his health.
His story reminds us that we’re never alone, growth is possible, and investing in yourself is priceless.
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Jill was told she was “doing great.”
But she knew she could do better.
After developing Type 1 diabetes during cancer treatment, she faced unpredictable blood sugars, steroids, sleepless nights, and a lot of unanswered questions.
She refused to settle.
She kept learning. She kept asking questions. And she kept putting in the work.
Now, her time in range has gone from 68% to 91%, ...
GLP-1s + Type 1 Diabetes — what do you actually need to know?
Matt sits down with Coach Lindsay, RD & CDCES living with T1D, to break down GLP-1s, insulin sensitivity, appetite, potential risks, and what people with T1D should consider before exploring them.
A conversation worth watching if you’ve been curious about GLP-1s.
Watch the full episode and keep up the fight! - ...
There’s more to Type 1 Diabetes than meets the eye.
Blood sugars aren’t just about food and insulin. Stress, hormones, movement, mindset, habits, and other unseen variables can all play a role.
At T1D Mastery Live, we’re going beyond the basics to help you understand YOUR diabetes, adapt your strategies, and raise your standards.
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November 6–8, 2026
From “I don’t know what I’m doing” to 95%+ Time in Range.
Joyce was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at 68 and was overwhelmed by the lack of information and support. Today, she feels confident managing her blood sugars—and most importantly, she’s learned how to live with diabetes, not for it.
Her message to anyone on the fence? “Do it.”
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Your environment matters more than you think.
The people you surround yourself with can either make blood sugar management feel harder—or make success feel inevitable.
Surround yourself with people who challenge you, support you, and are on the same journey.
And if you’re ready to get in the room with other T1Ds and learn what’s possible, I’ll see you at T1D Mastery Live in San D...
Pull the weeds.
Sometimes what looks like “good enough” diabetes control is actually being held together by restriction, rules, and routines.
If you want flexibility, freedom, and true confidence with your blood sugars, you have to be willing to expose the weak spots and do the hard work.
Growth thrives in discomfort.
Keep up the fight.
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Type 1 diabetes is hard. But “hard” doesn’t mean hopeless.
For years, I was told that T1D couldn’t really be controlled—that I just had to do my best.
But when you understand the why behind your blood sugar patterns, things start to make sense.
There are 50+ variables that can impact your blood sugar. The goal isn’t to let diabetes control your life—it’s to learn ...
Life with Type 1 diabetes isn’t always predictable—but your blood sugars can be more manageable, even when life gets chaotic.
Matt shares how becoming a dad for the second time tested his blood sugar management, and why mastering both the proactive and reactive sides of T1D can help you live with more freedom.
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From 75% to 92% Time in Range!
Jared’s story is a powerful reminder that you don’t have to settle for unpredictable blood sugars or feel like diabetes is controlling your life.
With the right knowledge, tools, and consistent effort, you can learn to understand your numbers—and thrive with diabetes instead of just managing it.
Watch Jared’s story and see what’s pos...
🎮 What if Type 1 Diabetes has an easy mode... but no one ever taught you how to unlock it?
Most people start on hard mode—guessing carbs, chasing highs and lows, and feeling frustrated.
The good news? It doesn't have to stay that way.
In this video, I share 4 simple "cheat codes" to help you take control of your blood sugars and stop letting diabetes control you.
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Real progress isn't about perfection—it's about consistency.
- A1C: 7.4 → 6.7
- Time in Range: 62% → 80%
More importantly? More confidence, fewer lows, and the freedom to enjoy life again.
Small, sustainable changes really do add up.
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High blood sugars don't happen for no reason.
The key isn't guessing—it's understanding why they happen. Once you learn the patterns, your blood sugars become more predictable, and so does your confidence.
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I ate two carb-heavy lunches... and my blood sugars stayed nearly flat.
The secret wasn't taking more insulin—it was understanding how activity and insulin sensitivity work together.
If you've ever wondered how exercise affects your blood sugars (and how to use it to your advantage), this video is for you.
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Anxiety with type 1 diabetes isn't always about low blood sugars... it's often about the uncertainty of what might happen.
The goal isn't to eliminate fear—it's to build enough certainty that fear no longer controls your decisions.
If dosing anxiety has been holding you back, this message is for you. 💙
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From 70% to 95–100% Time in Range. 💪
After 34 years with type 1 diabetes, Jaylene finally found the knowledge and confidence to take control of her blood sugars—without giving up the foods and activities she loves.
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Type 1 Diabetes can feel like living with invisible thorns.
The hard truth? Avoiding the uncomfortable parts—exercise, new foods, insulin adjustments, and learning your body's patterns—doesn't make them disappear. It only lets them keep stealing your freedom.
Growth happens when we lean into discomfort, collect data, learn from it, and take action.
Don't ask, "Can I do this?"
Start asking, "How c...
Most people with type 1 diabetes are told: “just have a snack before exercise.”
But blood sugars are far more complex than that.
I ran a real experiment using a CGM—intentionally spiked my glucose, then brought it back down using exercise. The result? Almost exactly where I started.
It’s not guesswork. It’s timing, volume, and understanding how your body responds.
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If you've been working harder and harder to improve your blood sugars but still feel stuck, this message is for you.
Many people with Type 1 Diabetes hit a point where more effort doesn't create better results—it only creates more frustration and burnout.
The breakthrough often comes from strategy, precision, and understanding what's really holding you back.
Remember: Sometimes the hose isn't too short......
Living with diabetes doesn’t have to mean constant highs, lows, and mental exhaustion.
In this conversation, a 25-year T1D shares how she went from 60–70% time in range to 78%—and even 95% on easier days—while actually living her life again.
Less stress, more energy, and finally space to just be present.
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