[EN] E7: Breaking the Cycle: Hormones, Nutrition & Type 1 Diabetes | Triathlete Eleonora Campagnoli

In this episode of Out of Range, triathlete and scientist Eleonora Campagnoli shares how she masters the complex relationship between Type 1 Diabetes and the female body. Moving beyond basic nutrition, she explores the "hormonal rollercoaster" of the menstrual cycle and explains how fluctuations in progesterone and estrogen fundamentally shift insulin needs. Eleonora also opens up about her personal journey through eating disorders and the emotional burden of diabetes, offering a scientific yet deeply human "360-degree" approach to performance. Whether you’re an athlete or a coach, this conversation is an essential guide to working with your biology rather than against it.VIDEO CHAPTERS 📖01:11: Living with Type 1 Diabetes03:25: Childhood Memories and Food Culture06:12: Struggles with Eating Disorders09:01: Overcoming Challenges and Finding Support11:43: The Role of Sports in Diabetes Management20:24: Doubts and Challenges in Triathlon24:02: Scientific Background and Diabetes Management28:20: Strictness in Diabetes Management32:37: Dealing with Unpredictable Glucose Levels36:37: Technology in Diabetes Management39:22: Psychological Strengths from Diabetes41:25: The Journey to Writing a Book44:10: The Importance of Nutrition in Sports53:21: Understanding the Menstrual Cycle's Impact01:01:34: Advice for Aspiring Athletes with DiabetesKEY TAKEAWAYS FROM ELEONORA:Every training session is considered an achievement.Identifying deeper motivations can help achieve goals.Diabetes can cause serious eating disorders.Nutrition plays a crucial role in sports performance for diabetics.The menstrual cycle impacts training and insulin sensitivity in women.Adapting training based on hormonal changes can enhance performance.Starting small in sports can lead to significant progress over time.Resilience and self-love are vital for managing diabetes and sports.Sharing experiences can inspire and motivate others with diabetes.SUBSCRIBE AND CONNECT:* YouTube: https://youtu.be/hZty-C-me8Y* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neverbackdown.be* Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/12Tss2BLbhM51DLiSQTd3s?si=B6e8r6YzSi-j1osUH5ZQug* Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NyM1mn* Follow Eleonora: https://www.instagram.com/glucofit360[NL] Nederlandse SamenvattingAflevering 7: De Cyclus Doorbreken: Hormonen, voeding en type 1 diabetes.In deze aflevering van Out of Range deelt triatleet en wetenschapper Eleonora Campagnoli hoe zij de complexe relatie tussen Type 1 Diabetes en het vrouwelijk lichaam beheerst. Ze kijkt verder dan alleen voeding en verkent de "hormonale achtbaan" van de menstruele cyclus, waarbij ze uitlegt hoe schommelingen in progesteron en oestrogeen de insulinebehoefte fundamenteel veranderen. Eleonora spreekt ook openhartig over haar persoonlijke strijd met eetstoornissen en de emotionele last van diabetes. Ze biedt een wetenschappelijke, maar zeer menselijke "360-graden aanpak" voor sportprestaties. Of je nu een atleet of coach bent, dit gesprek is een essentiële gids om te leren werken mét je biologie in plaats van ertegen.