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The Blood Sugar + Barbells Podcast

The Blood Sugar + Barbells Podcast

By: Mark Manning
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Welcome to The Blood Sugar + Barbells Podcast; the show for anyone with type 1 diabetes who wants to get fitter, stronger and feel more in control of their blood sugars.


I’m Mark Manning, personal trainer, nutrition coach and fellow type 1.

I’m here to help you navigate the messy, unpredictable, and often frustrating world of diabetes, without the confusion or overwhelm.


We’ll talk exercise, food, insulin, tech, mindset, and the ups and downs nobody warns you about.

Real stories. Real tips. Real wins. No judgement.


If you want to build strength, improve your Time in Range, boost confidence and learn how to train without fear of going low or high…You’re in the right place.

Whether you’re new to the gym, chasing PBs, training for Hyrox, or simply trying to feel stronger and more in control of your diabetes, this podcast gives you the tools, confidence and real-life guidance to make it happen.


Let’s lift, fuel and thrive — together.


**As with all diabetes podcasts, nothing discussed here should be taken as medical advice. Always discussion any dosing changes with your health care team before making any changes. I am not a medical professional.**

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Episodes
  • Ep:3 - What the non-diabetic needs to know.

    Ep:3 - What the non-diabetic needs to know.
    Nov 28 2025

    This week I make a guest appearance on Finely Edwards Self Improvement podcast, The New Standard.

    Finnley invited me on to his show to talk about all things diabetes, building a strong & lean body while managing diabetes.


    Here I got the opportunity to talk to a predominantly non-diabetic audience, so it was a great opportunity to raise some awareness and maybe squash a few myths in the process.


    You can find Finnleys podcast here:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-new-standard-podcast/id1824956079


    and his Instagram here:


    https://www.instagram.com/finnleyedwardscoach?igsh=MTJrNmpudjl5MnJpcg==

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Ep: 2 - Insulin Resistance

    Ep: 2 - Insulin Resistance
    Nov 22 2025

    In this episode I discuss what insulin resistance actually is!


    I talk through defining & quantifying your resistance to insulin & what you can do about it, if in you need to improve your sensitivity!


    Links:


    Insulin Resistance Calculator

    http://markmfitness.co.uk/isf_calc


    Mark M Fitness Newsletter

    https://resources.markmfitness.co.uk/newsletter-sign-up

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    11 mins
  • Ep:1 - My Introduction & What to expect!

    Ep:1 - My Introduction & What to expect!
    Nov 15 2025

    I did a thing!

    Episode One of Blood Sugars & Barbells!


    A short one to start with, a quick introduction...but theres a whole lot more to come, make sure you subscribe from wherever you get your podcasts!


    You can also find me on Instagram, @markmanningfitness - be sure to drop me a follow & I'd love to hear your feedback too!

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    4 mins
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