Diabetic runner sends sweet message ahead of Ultra-trail run

Durban — A Hilton man aims to provide a positive message to those with type 1 diabetes, by taking on the Ultra-Trail Drakensberg 100 miler. The race begins at 9am at the Sani Pass Pub, Lesotho on Friday.Jono le Roux was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2017, but despite this, has continued to participate in trail-running activity. Following his diagnosis, he reacted thus: “I initially felt a small sense of relief as I did note some evident physical signs and changes.“(This) has included extreme weight loss, always thirsty, always hungry and tired. The diagnosis brought relief as I…