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Meet Our Ambassador: Juan Pablo Gonzalez Aguilera
Juan Pablo Gonzalez Aguilera was always a very active boy but it was when he was diagnosed with diabetes that the doctors recommended he play sports and he found cycling. He lives in Loja, Spain together with his parents, younger sister, three dogs and his horse, Presidente. Juan enjoys where he lives as it allows…
Read MoreGet To Know the Team Novo Nordisk Athletes: McKenna McKee
How did you get into the sport? My parents rode bikes, and growing up, I’ve always been around bikes. I guess you could say it runs in my blood. Outside of racing bikes, what sports do you enjoy? I love surfing and kickboxing. Who are you off the bike? Some would say I’m…
Read MoreMeet Our Sponsor: Nuun Hydration
Nuun is a Seattle based hydration company with a mission to empower more movement. Known for their electrolyte tablets and powders, Nuun products provide functional hydration optimized for exercise, daily health, travel, immune support, and rest. Clean, vegan, and Non-GMO Project verified ingredients, plus a refreshing taste and low sugar makes Nuun a favorite among…
Read More5K@ADA: Much More Than A Run
BY BRAIS DACAL, TNN AMBASSADOR The 5K run and walk at the ADA and EASD conferences are a bit special. They have their unique vibe; it always seems as if the event has a personality of its own, and those who take part get rapidly absorbed by it. One of the greatest aspects of…
Read MoreTeam Novo Nordisk Featured on CNN Sport
How cycling’s Team Novo Nordisk turned type 1 diabetes into its ‘greatest strength’ Read the full article here: https://cnn.it/2Zj1E5Z #ChangingDiabetes #CNNSport
Read MoreFinding Purpose While Distancing at Home
By Charlotte Hayes, Head of Diabetes, Wellness & Education at Team Novo Nordisk Five months ago, most of us were looking forward to a new year, a new decade, and achieving meaningful goals in 2020. According to plan, a few weeks into January, Team Novo Nordisk riders and staff came together for a Training Camp with…
Read MoreEverything Is An Opportunity – Lockdown Diary of a Pro Rider
BY SAM BRAND ISLE OF MAN, UK – So let me set the scene. It’s January, the skies are clear, it’s warm – especially compared to the Isle of Man – and it’s the familiar, homely surrounding of the Team Novo Nordisk training camp base in Altea, Spain. January is notorious in cycling; it’s the…
Read MoreGet to know Team Novo Nordisk’s Nutritionist : Nele Compernol
What is your expertise and educational background? I did my studies as a dietitian at Odisee Hogeschool (Ghent, 2008-2011). After this, I did a Master in Health Education & Promotion at the University of Ghent (2011-2013). Because I was always interested in sports and diabetes, I followed up with a Postgraduate Diabetes Educator at Vives…
Read MoreHome Training Ride with Brian Kamstra
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Read MorePlanning for Eating In & Cooking at Home
By Charlotte Hayes, Head of Diabetes, Wellness & Education at Team Novo Nordisk Out of necessity, all of us are doing a lot more cooking at home. Whether you have great culinary skills or not, it’s very possible to create simple meals that nourish the body and the soul. Planning is the first step to mealtime…
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