Indiana boy with type 1 diabetes to compete at state swim meet
Indiana boy with type 1 diabetes to compete at state swim meet
At just seven years old, Myles Mosby was exhausted and weak, struggling to adjust to a new life requiring daily insulin injections and constant blood sugar monitoring.
INDIANAPOLIS - At just seven years old, Myles Mosby was exhausted and weak, struggling to adjust to a new life requiring daily insulin injections and constant blood sugar monitoring.
But instead of letting diabetes slow him down, he turned it into motivation.
Four years later, Myles is making waves—literally.
Home-schooled due to his condition, he needed a physical education requirement. He chose swimming, and within a year, he was excelling.
Now, he’s preparing to compete at the state championships in Indianapolis this Friday.
11-year-old Indiana boy making waves on diabetes journey
At just seven years old, Myles Mosby was exhausted and weak, struggling to adjust to a new life requiring daily insulin injections and constant blood sugar monitoring.
By the numbers:
Here is a breakdown of Myles' career in swimming thus far:
- One year: The time Myles has been swimming competitively.
- 39th: His state ranking in the 50-yard breaststroke.
- 6th: His ranking among 11-year-olds.
- 35.42 seconds: His fastest time in the event.
What's next:
Myles will compete in five races at the Indiana state championships on Friday, continuing to defy expectations.
The Source: Tia Ewing reported on this story.