Exercise Physiology Director
Robert Powell joined the DTC team in 2013. He is an Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology and Director of the Diabetes Exercise Center at Marshall University in Huntington, WV. He is also Faculty Coordinator/Coach of the Marshall University Rugby Club and the Marshall University Cycling Club. Prior to his time at Marshall, Rob worked 10 […]
DTC Coaching & Fitness Team
Jacob was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2005 when he was 17 in Armenia. Since his diagnosis, he has competed in the marathon, obstacle course runs, 200-mile relay run races, and triathlons. In 2018, he trekked to Mt. Everest Base Camp. After his trek, he attended DTC as a camper in Atlantic City and […]
DTC Coaching & Fitness Team
Dr. Dessi P. Zaharieva, PhD, is an exercise physiologist specializing in blood glucose management strategies around exercise for athletes with Type 1 diabetes. Diagnosed herself over 27 years ago, she holds a second-degree black belt in taekwondo, a purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and has competed internationally. Dr. Zaharieva currently leads the 4T Exercise Study, […]
