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Fireside Chat with Sofie Schunk | Running with Resilience: Type 1 Diabetes & Coaching Success
Elite runner and coach Sofie Schunk joins Fireside Chat to share her inspiring journey from Division 1 soccer player to Olympic Trials qualifier—all while managing type 1 diabetes. Diagnosed at 16, Sofie faced the challenge of balancing blood sugar control with high-level athletic performance. In this episode, she breaks down how she transitioned from soccer to running, her approach to managing diabetes in endurance sports, and the mindset shifts that helped her succeed.
Sofie dives into her training philosophy, highlighting the importance of adaptability, learning from setbacks, and…
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