After Losing His Legs, He Discovered Wheelchair Boxing

After Losing His Legs, He Discovered Wheelchair Boxing

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Interactive Video

Physical Ed

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video challenges societal stereotypes about disabilities, highlighting adaptive boxing as a means of empowerment and community building. The narrator shares a personal journey of overcoming adversity through boxing, which serves as both therapy and a way to foster relationships. Innovative techniques for wheelchair users are introduced, emphasizing the sport's adaptability. The video concludes with reflections on the positive impact of these efforts and the narrator's gratitude for the journey.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of introducing boxing to people with disabilities according to the speaker?

To compete professionally

To teach self-defense

To empower and build a community

To provide a physical workout

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led the speaker to start boxing?

A passion for sports

A life-changing injury

A recommendation from a friend

A desire to join the Marines

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker find most rewarding about the adaptive boxing camp?

The competitive spirit

The physical fitness achieved

The relationships and community built

The financial success

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does adaptive boxing change the narrative for participants?

It makes them more competitive

It alters their self-perception and interaction with the world

It improves their physical strength

It provides a new hobby

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique challenge does adaptive boxing present to participants?

Fighting without gloves

Learning to balance on one foot

Moving the wheelchair while punching

Using only one hand

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker express gratitude for in their journey?

The financial success of the camp

The chance to affect others positively

The opportunity to travel

The recognition from sports organizations

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's ultimate goal with adaptive boxing?

To train Olympic athletes

To win national championships

To spread the message and bring more people into the community

To create a new professional league