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Ultra Endurance Athlete inspires others with Type 1 Diabetes
Kerry White, born in Sydney Australia, and Type 1 Diabetic (insulin dependent) since the age of 11. Having read Kerry's bio, I was inspired to bring this amazing athlete's story to the surface. She has not only twice been a winner in the Race Across America (RAAM) 4-Woman Team division. In 2007, she tackled the solo division and was the only person with type 1 diabetes to have ever completed the 3042-mile transcontinental race in the solo division.“I did it to prove to myself that I could do it. As the journey transpired, I realized that I was not doing it for myself but to help others. More than anything, I want people to know that today’s tools and technology provide us with the opportunity to live a fulfilling life,” says Kerry.She is determined to continue testing the limits in endurance events and hopes to inspire people with diabetes. “Each day is a new adventure, filled with surprises and opportunity,” she says. “With proper treatment, diabetes can be an inspiration, not a burden — it is what you make it.”When she’s not on the bike, Kerry can be found out on the Nordic track, backcountry or alpine skiing, running, and doing anything outdoors that has an “epic adventure factor.”Kerry visits Australia every few years, and she enjoys visits from her parents, especially when her mother’s baking is involved. “My mum makes the best sugarless cheesecake!”Athletic HighlightsSolo RAAM finisher 2007 and first person with type 1 diabetes to complete the solo race.Fourth place, Women’s Solo National Championship 24 hours of Moab 2009Third place, Women’s Solo 12 hours of Snowmass 2009Third place, Women’s Solo 24 hours of Moab 2008Fourth place, Women’s Solo 12 hours of Snowmass 2008First Classic Finisher, North Routt Coureur des Bois — 90K Nordic Race, 2007First-place woman, Grand Junction 50/50, 2006 (50-mile mountain/50-mile road bike race)“Being a person with diabetes is a constant challenge, but I thrive on challenges!”Congratulations Kerry! You are an inspiration to us all! Read how Kerry manages her diabetes in our special feature: http://www.powerbar.com/articles/376/Part_2_Sports_Nutrition_for_Type_1_Diabetes.aspx Kerry is an elite member of TeamType 1. For more information click here: http://www.teamtype1.org/
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