Ashika Parsad, adventures of a T1D, Ian MacNairn, Bookstrucker Photography, Type 1 Diabetes, Ultra Running, Trail Running

Above photo credit: Bookstrucker Photography Interview: Ian Adam Smith MacNairn, Ultra Runner, Type 1 Diabetic Date: November 10, 2015 I recently attended a Western Slipstream event in Squamish, BC., hosted by Connected in Motion. I met a fellow type 1 diabetic and ultra runner, Ian MacNairn. I was told in advance Ian would be attending the event, and I did my due diligence in checking out his online running resume. Needless to say, I was fascinated that anyone, let alone a type 1 diabetic, is able to accomplish…

With Kilimanjaro less than 3 months away, it’s time to amp up my training! Tonight was my first (of many) after-work trail runs. I wasn’t too sure how my blood sugars would differ from previous forms of exercise, but I had a rough idea. I picked a trail that was nearby and simple to follow – not too many hills and still a good workout. Trail Stats: Name: Admirality Point Trail Difficulty: Easy Time: ~1 hour + a long break to catch the sunset Distance: ~5 km Elevation…