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If your life were a book and you were the author, how would you want your story to go? is the statement with which Amy begins her talk Amy Purdy was 19 when she was diagnosed with bacterial meningitis. With a mere 2% chance of living, her legs were also removed. In her TED Talk "Living Beyond Limits," Amy shares her incredible journey of resilience to snowboard. Here are some key takeaways from her powerful message: 🔹 Embracing Adversity: Challenges are inevitable, but they can also be the catalyst for personal growth. Amy lost both her legs but found a new passion and purpose in adaptive sports. 🔹 Setting New Limits: She redefined what was possible, competing at the highest levels in snowboarding and inspiring countless others along the way. 🔹 Purpose: Her love for snowboarding gave her the strength to overcome her obstacles and live a fulfilling life. 🔹 Adapt: Faced with a new reality, Amy adapted by creating her own prosthetic legs tailored for snowboarding. #15TedXTalksChallenge 

There's nothing better than sibling time ❤️ Adaptive biking is the perfect activity to bring the family together. #AdaptiveBiking #KidsOnWheels #AdaptiveRiding #freedomconcepts #adaptivebike #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy #pediatricphysicaltherapy #inclusion #findyourfreedom #adaptivesports #inclusionmatters #adaptiveequipment #adaptivetrike

Annually, the quaint town of Sonkajaervi in Finland transforms into the epicenter of a uniquely entertaining spectacle—the International Wife Carrying Championships. This captivating competition challenges husbands to navigate a 250-meter track, replete with a series of obstacles both on land and a 1-meter deep water pool. The rules dictate that participants can carry either their wives or neighbors, with a caveat that the wife must be at least 17 years old and weigh a minimum of 49 kilos. For lighter spouses, an additional rucksack is mandated. Carrying techniques vary, ranging from piggyback to over-the-shoulder, and the unconventional Estonian-style, where wives hang upside-down with legs around their husbands' shoulders and hold onto his waist. In this spirited race, participants are armed only with a helmet and a belt. Two couples start simultaneously, sprinting with all their might to conquer the course. The victorious couple is the one completing the challenge in the shortest time. Beyond the primary prize, accolades are also bestowed upon the most entertaining couple, the strongest carrier, and those adorned in the most captivating costumes. This event not only showcases physical prowess but also a delightful blend of athleticism, humor, and camaraderie. #finland #wifecarryingchampionships #race #competition #creativesandconcepts #creativespakistan

There was a time when extreme sports were considered #niche, but times have changed! 🔄 More and more people are diving into the adventure lifestyle that these sports offer. The informal and unstructured nature of action sports allows for #creativity and exploration, whether in your backyard (think skateboarding, parkour, mountain biking) or on holiday (water and winter sports, skydiving). And now, let's talk about climbing! 🧗♂️ Scaling new heights, both literally and metaphorically, climbing has become a key player in the adventure lifestyle movement. At Extrem, our mission is to create positive change through action and adventure sports, inspiring everyone to explore and experience this unique lifestyle, regardless of gender, age, or background. Have we caught your attention with the Triglav The Rock event by now? Zavarovalnica Triglav, d.d. #eventmarketing #climbing

Brain buckets, pow, and pizza – feeling a little lost too? 🎿🏂   Ski season is upon us, and if you are frequent visitor on the snowy slopes, these terms might be your second language.   We are no experts on skiing or snowboarding, but if you run out of luck, our ever-growing library of animations will help you navigate the many complicated terms thrown around at the hospital.    Naturally, we hope that you will never need these!   But please take care on the slopes, and then we will cross our fingers for blue skies and fresh snow.    For trivia purposes, brain buckets are helmets, pow refers to fresh powder snow, and pizza is the shape of your skis when you try to slow down – we think 😉 #visikon #healtheducation #digitalhealth #healthcare

Reasons to have LASIK this Spring: #3 Outdoor Adventures Await 🚴♂️ Spring is a call to the outdoors. Be it a refreshing swim, a mountain hike, or a game of soccer in the park, LASIK ensures these activities are hassle-free. Dive into the pool, spike a volleyball, or simply enjoy a jog without the weight of glasses or risks associated with contacts. If you've been contemplating LASIK link to the full article on why spring might just be the picture-perfect season to take the leap: https://zurl.co/Tvft Dissclaimer: Glasses are safe because there is no medical procedure involved. If you are happy to wear glasses LASIK is not for you. LASIK is a lifestyle procedure providing unaided vision. According to research the cumulative risk of contact lenses may be more than LASIK

It's time to #TakeASwim! Step away from the screen that holds a world of distractions, and dive into the world of calmness and relaxation. It's time to stop, to appreciate, and to make the most of that pool dive. #desjoyauxpools #takeaswim #desjoyauxpoolsindia #poolmanufacturer #poolmaintenance #swimmingpoolmaintenance #pooltime #relaxingbythepool

Make movement a family affair! Engage in active outings and recreational activities to promote bonding and create lasting memories. 💡 Useful Tip: Plan regular family activities like hiking, biking, or playing sports together. Not only will you stay active, but you'll also strengthen your family connections and have fun doing it. Create memories that last a lifetime! #FamilyFitness #ActiveTogether #HealthyHabits #FamilyBonding #CreateMemories #ActiveLifestyle #WellnessJourney

Make movement a family affair! Engage in active outings and recreational activities to promote bonding and create lasting memories. 💡 Useful Tip: Plan regular family activities like hiking, biking, or playing sports together. Not only will you stay active, but you'll also strengthen your family connections and have fun doing it. Create memories that last a lifetime! #FamilyFitness #ActiveTogether #HealthyHabits #FamilyBonding #CreateMemories #ActiveLifestyle #WellnessJourney

#RESILIENCE. Meet my partner Will , his broken back & his life-changing Paddleboard Seat as he cannot stand up but sit down. He broke his back, cycling at 16 & is #paralysed from the chest down, but can now #paddleboard due to his new seat he tirelessly invented over many versions. Never one to accept defeat. He has designed this foam Seat for those who want to #paddleboard but cannot. Where being on the water is your #happy place. He takes #bespoke orders for UK clubs and individuals. The desire for #inclusivity for #disabled people and #disabilityrights is his passion. He makes bespoke foam seats by hand, for #paddleboarding and his kneeling seat is at prototype stage too. Video link below. Now, I understand #resilience. We have just come back from a huge French cycling holiday where he attaches an electric bike on the front of his Chair. Genius. More info on his FB page https://lnkd.in/enNZAxB7 PS.He is also a trained #counsellor, so if you would like to speak to a bloke who has experience of life’s low blows and has come out of it with perspective, Will is tagged on here Will Behenna #amputee #inclusivesociety #hippain #canoeing #kayaking #paraolympics #militaryveteran #brokenback #spinalinjury #spinalcordinjury #britishcanoeing #cerebralpalsy #disability #ukparaolympics #disabilityrights