Another Diabetes Training Camp is underway! The entire DTC team is psyched to be back in action at the University of Oregon. We are privileged to have about 45 campers from 25 different states (including our second camper from Alaska!) It does not take long to appreciate how lucky we are that people come to us looking for something a little bit different. And for me to realize how fortunate I am to have the team that we do.
Some of the most common questions we hear heading into a camp: Will I be able to keep up? Will I hold anyone back? Am I fit enough? Well, these campers have put their worries behind and have hit the ground running - no matter the goal. S ome campers are interested in kick- starting a fitness routine, and some of them want to learn how to run a mile without stopping. At the other end of the spectrum we have some folks that are aspiring to cross the Ironman finish line this fall, with a broad spectrum in between.
It is not the specific goal that makes each and every person here remarkable; rather, it is the desire to set the goal and willingness to challenge themselves and their diabetes head-on that makes each camper extraordinary. Each camper has already recognized that they are ready for camp, that they can do this, and, that they are holding no one back! It's a remarkable sight.
With that recognition in place the troops are already out the doors for their afternoon workout. they went on their way inspired by another one of Carrie Cheadle's fantastic workshops. Our very own mental skills specialist has started to deliver the goods on the psychology of sport and exercise. Carrie sent them out the door armed with strategies to "feed the athlete" with healthy and empowering self-talk, as opposed to "feeding the monster" with the self-deprecating language that we all fall prey to. It is certainly not a stretch to say that the campers are already putting it into action as the coaches currently work with them on their bikes, in the pool, and over at the weight room. It's an inspiring sight to see.
No doubt about it. Camp is back in action. I can't think of anyplace I'd rather be right now. f ever we needed some inspiration for the future growth of DTC, we have just found it in these 45 remarkable individuals. An amazing group, indeed.
Stay well,
Dr. Matt
Matthew Corcoran, MD and CDE
Founder and Director of Diabetes Training Camp
www.diabetestrainingcamp.com
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