Where we turn
Chronic Diseases
into your
Healthiest Self.
Type 1 Diabetes affects 135,00 in Australia and 9 million WORLDWIDE.
One of the leading causes of mismanagement is lack of education. My ethos is to educate you on how to manage your diagnosis through optimising your health and nutrition.
I help you take control of your life and go from surviving to thriving.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Sports & Exercise Science
Cert III & IV Personal Training
ESSA Exercise Scientist Accreditation
12 Years as a Type 1 Diabetic
Hey legend, I’m Lachie. I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes over 12 years ago, and it’s been one hell of a ride.
There’ve been tough moments, but I’ve learned how to take control of my blood sugars, build a strong body, but most importantly live life on my terms.
Fitness has always been a big part of who I am. I’ve competed in bodybuilding, smashed heavy lifts in the gym, run half marathons and I love continuing to prove that Type 1 doesn’t have to hold you back from anything.
Outside of fitness, I’m big on good food, getting outdoors and living low-tox where I can. I believe in keeping things simple, building a strong foundation, and doing the basics well and I believe these lifestyle adjustments translates to our ability to manage our diabetes.
Over the years I’ve worked hard to take control of my diabetes, not just so I can live well with diabetes, but so I can thrive. Now I’m passionate about helping other Type 1s feel strong, capable, and confident in their bodies. That’s why I started the 1UP Method to support more people living with this condition, especially those who feel like diabetes is holding them back.
I have been there, I understand how frustrating diabetes management can be.
Feeling like you cannot make any progress no matter what
Feeling stuck with no hope
Avoiding training due to the anxiety of getting a hypo
Struggling to balance blood sugar and having it take up all your thoughts
Diabetes head noise
Feeling misunderstood and unrepresented in health
It doesn't need to be like this
My mission is to allow you to thrive with diabetes, not survive.
Achieved consistent +85% TIR months, the lowest A1C of her adult life
"I've lived with Diabetes coming on 28 years, and I think 50% of the stuff I've learnt has come from you."
In 6 months working together, Rach made some huge strides with the knowledge of and management of her Type 1 Diabetes.
I was so happy to work alongside Rach and help her in achieving consistent +85% TIR months, the lowest A1C of her adult life and a new set of confidence around managing her blood sugar with big carb totals, exercise and her hormonal cycle.
Lost 8.2kg without a “fat loss phase” and increased his blood sugar TIR to 90% in less than 3 months
“I’ve had a lot more energy. I feel like I want to do more things. I want to go out a little bit more but I feel great.”
When Lachie joined Type 1-Up, he was 4 months post-ankle surgery. He knew the basics and "ate well" - but with limited movement, the scale wasn't budging. In the 3 months I had the pleasure of working with my man Lachlan, he was able to make huge strides with his diabetes management and body composition.
Lachie leveled up in every aspect. His mindset. His consistency. His diabetes management. His general health. And before finishing up inside the program he’d recently achieved his first 90% average time in range WEEK (yes, not day… WEEK!) A great bloke, with a great work ethic and the greatest name out there.
Lost 6.6kg, ran a half marathon, and dropped his HbA1c from 7.3 to 6.4, without a fat loss phase or cutting carbs!
“I feel more motivated, more focused, and more confident that I can actually achieve what I set out to do.”
When Mikey joined the program, he was stuck in a cycle of frustration. He’d push for a 6km run, feel like it was a one-off win, then fall back into old habits when progress stalled. His blood sugars were creeping up, and binge eating often followed the “stuff it” mindset. But once we had that first call, everything shifted. In the 5 months we’ve worked together, Mikey’s completely turned things around. He’s lost 6.6kg, crushed a half marathon faster than his goal pace, and dropped his HbA1c from 7.3 to 6.4. More importantly, his confidence, consistency, and focus are on a whole new level. The progress in his fitness and diabetes management has been massive, and this is just the beginning.
PREMIUM COACHING
12 years diabetic
50+ T1D’s
250+ transformations
What you’ll find here
Guidance
Clear guidance for nutrition and movement tailored to your needs.
Coaching
Coaching that works without the confusion or medical jargon.
Experience
Lived experience providing you access to what works.
Personalised
Tailored male and female diabetes management.
1% progress every day adds up to 365% progress at the end of the year.
The perfect blood sugar day blueprint
Check out these podcasts
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Lachlan Trowell: Coaching Through Complexity - Diabetes, Discipline & Ditching the Victim Mentality
The Forward Moves Podcast
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![A smiling fit man in a sleeveless athletic shirt standing outdoors at sunset, with a man in a hoodie in the background. The words "Optimise" are repeated in large outlined blue letters down the image, with the phrase "Look good feel good perform better" at the top and "with Liam Laverty" at the bottom right corner.]()
Lachlan Trowell - Life With Type 1 Diabetes As A High-Level Athlete & Coach, Optimising Your Health, Fat Loss & Competing In Bodybuilding, Social Media And The Ultra Processed Food Debate
Optimise Podcast
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Empowering Life Transformation as a Type 1 Diabetic through Health & Fitness with Lachlan Trowell
Rise to the Challenge Podcast
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Mind Over Muscle: Overcoming Burnout with T1D Trainer Trowell
The Stripped Pod
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Balancing Blood Sugar & Barbells
The Physique Podcast
