The Power in Purpose: Joe Eldridge's journey through pro cycling with T1 Diabetes

Joseph (aka ‘Joe’) Eldridge was brought up among some of the most virulent supporters of American Football and NASCAR racing in the US state of Alabama. However, cycling became the sport that inspired this strong man from the south. It was an unlikely match for the tall and broad athlete, in spite of his size cycling became an integral part of Joe’s life for a multitude of reasons. One of these stemming from the misfortune of a diagnosis with the autoimmune condition: Type1 Diabetes. Exercise and specifically cycling he found assisted in the management of his condition. Thus, setting the scene for the subsequent direction of his life. Joe teamed up with fellow T1 Diabetic cyclist Phil Southerland in founding what is now the worlds first professional sports team consisting entirely of athletes with T1 Diabetes: Team Novo Nordisk (formerly Team Type1).  As a founder and rider in this groundbreaking team each pedal stroke had a special purpose for this humble champion. Hear about his amazing story including all the ups and downs as a pro athlete dealing with an auto immune condition.