Simplify Diabetes, Simplify Life: From 180 Decisions to Simple Habits with Coach Ken

Living with diabetes doesn't have to mean living in constant chaos.

In this episode, Madi Cheever, MPH, RD, LDN, CHES sits down with Coach Ken, diabetes health coach and host of The Healthy Diabetic Podcast, to talk about practical ways to simplify diabetes management and take back control of your life.Research shows people with Type 1 diabetes make 180+ decisions every day. But what if you could turn that overwhelming mental load into just 20-25 consistent habits?

💡 What You'll Learn:
✅ Simplifying Diabetes – How to reduce decision fatigue and create sustainable routines
✅ Mindset Shifts – Why acceptance, honesty, and aligning your identity are key to thriving
✅ Burnout & Mental Health – Recognizing the root causes and actionable steps to move forward
✅ Strength Training & Blood Sugar – How timing, insulin on board, and exercise type impact glucose levels
✅ Food Myths & Freedom – Why carbs aren't the enemy and how strategy beats restriction
✅ Finding Your Comfort Zone – How to set realistic blood sugar targets that work for YOUR life
✅ The Power of Coaching – Why working with someone who's lived it makes all the difference

Coach Ken and Madi remind you that it's not about perfection—it's about progress, sustainability, and finding what works for you. Your doctor gives you ratios, but it's your job to learn your body and make adjustments (with your healthcare team's support, of course).

Whether you're newly diagnosed, decades into your journey, or supporting someone you love, this conversation will help you simplify the chaos and start living life first—with diabetes management as the supporting role, not the star of the show.

🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major podcast platforms - TypeOneTypeFun.com and DirectDiabetes.com

🔗 Connect with Coach Ken:
🎧 Podcast: The Healthy Diabetic Podcast (available on all platforms)
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachk3n/
🌐 Website: SimplifyingDiabetes.com

Registered Dietitian & T1D Coach Madi Cheever hosts this helpful/uplifting podcast:
✅ Follow Madi https://www.instagram.com/type.one.type.fun
📚 Get her FREE book for practical T1D strategies & empowerment at typeonetypefun.com/free-book
🎙️ You can also watch episodes of this podcast on her platforms at TypeOneTypeFun.com

🎙️ Find more podcast episodes + diabetes news at: https://directdiabetes.com or https://www.instagram.com/directdiabetes. 

Disclaimer: The content provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health condition. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.