Living with Type 1 Diabetes: Sunny Cyclist Richard Bibby on Positivity, Fitness & Real Talk
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack sit down with the ever-positive Richard Bibby — better known on Instagram as @sunny_cyclist. Richard’s story is full of real talk, big laughs, and proper relatable moments.
We chat about:
🚴♂️ How being diagnosed with Type 1 as an adult flipped his world upside down — and how he’s managed to find his balance again
🎮 Why a new Xbox might just be the ultimate mental health tool
🍽️ The legendary free-course roast dinner that had us all drooling (and his deep love for Italian food)
💪 The ups and downs of weight loss, strength training, and how fitness can help with blood sugar control
👨👩👦👦 The power of the T1D community, and why sharing your story really does make a differenceRichard brings humour, honesty, and a ton of positive energy to this episode — reminding us that life with Type 1 can be tough, but it’s also full of moments worth celebrating. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or 20 years deep, this one will hit home.
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We Are T1D : Type 1 Diabetes
Join hosts Mike and Jack, two friends living with Type 1 diabetes, for candid, relatable conversations on life with T1D. Diagnosed at different stages—Mike at 10, Jack at 30—they bring diverse perspectives and real-life experiences to the table. Now in their 30s, they share weekly episodes every Sunday, filled with humour, honest insights, and practical tips for managing blood sugar, insulin, and carb counting.
Every Wednesday, tune in for bonus episodes featuring powerful, listener-submitted stories from the T1D community. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or a Type 1 veteran, We Are T1D offers a supportive space with plenty of laughter, relatable content, and inspiration for navigating life with diabetes.
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