876ft.....I wouldn't even do 100ft. That's an amazing task for someone to do, but the fact that it was done by a man in a wheelchair is even more AWESOME!.
I love reading and hearing about individuals that take on all challenges.
Check out the full story here:
http://www.register-herald.com/todaysfrontpage/x253542239/-Just-another-challenge-for-wheelchair-jumper
"Wanna see me do something?....Tell me I can't do it!"
I believe this positive attitude is the driving force behind maximum gains and outcomes in rehab and beyond following a disabling injury or illness.
There are countless examples of exactly what I am describing, here is just a few of some that you may not have heard of:
-Wheelchair rugby or "Quad Rugby"
What a fun sport!, I was lucky enough to work with DC's team the "Capital Punisher's" when they were in their infancy.
This is a no joke, hard hitting sport, and really exciting to watch.
What is quad rugby? click here: http://www.quadrugby.com/
-Adaptive Skiing
learn more about Adaptive Skiing here: http://www.disabled-world.com/sports/snow/skiing/
-Adaptive rock climbing for people with disabilities
Check out this e-how video for adaptive rock climbing: http://www.ehow.com/video_4972569_adaptive-rock-climbing-people-disabilities.html?wa%5Fvlsrc=continuous&pid=1&cp=1&wa%5Fvrid=ed157eae%2D9be2%2D4d02%2Db901%2D5b4b63663674
-Adaptive mountain biking
learn more about adaptive mountain biking here:http://www.disaboom.com/handcycling/adaptive-mountain-biking-for-people-with-disabilities
-Adaptive Fitness/Adaptive Boxing
what a great workout! the beauty of adaptive boxing is that it can really be adjusted to any level. Seniors, paraplegics, quadriplegics, even those with visual impairments.
As an instructor I have witnessed many people turn up their nose at the thought of boxing for fitness, but once they tried it they were all hooked!
Not focusing on the disability but on the ability of what one can do.
Be it jumping off of a 876ft bridge in a wheelchair or working out to improve your strength for improved independence, don't let any obstacle get in your way.
Keep Fighting, Never Give Up!
-Devon
That's absolutely the kind of spirit that everyone, and not just a disabled person, should have. Each person must have high hopes and faith for their recovery. In fact, I have seen some people who recovered from strokes and other diseases. Some, actually give their lives purpose by giving back to society. I really give these people all my respect! By the way, I'd like to share that they can gain benefits to continue on with their lives. They can file for social security disability insurance in order for them to gain those benefits.
ReplyDelete-Erminia Cavins