Beyond limits, the inspiring journey of an adaptive athlete

Beyond limits, the inspiring journey of an adaptive athlete

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Interactive Video

Physical Ed

11th Grade - University

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The speaker shares their journey from being a competitive athlete to facing a life-changing accident that led to the amputation of their leg. Despite initial doubts, they innovated a prosthetic leg, allowing them to return to sports. This experience inspired them to create a company to help others. They achieved significant success in adaptive sports, including winning medals at the Paralympics and X Games. The speaker reflects on the challenges and opportunities of being an amputee, emphasizing resilience and living life to the fullest.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on disability?

Everyone has a disability, but it's only disabling if you believe it is.

Disability is only physical.

Disability is a permanent limitation.

Disability cannot be overcome.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What led to the speaker's leg amputation?

A compound fracture from a snowmobile accident

A motocross accident

A snowboarding accident

A car accident

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the speaker solve the problem of needing a better prosthetic for sports?

By quitting sports

By designing and building a custom prosthetic leg

By buying a new prosthetic

By using a wheelchair

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Moto Knee?

A racing team

A custom prosthetic leg designed for sports

A type of BMX bike

A new type of snowmobile

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What major achievement did the speaker accomplish in snowboarding?

Winning a gold medal at the Paralympics

Joining a snowboarding club

Winning a local competition

Becoming a snowboarding coach