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Tag Archives: Paralympics
Paralympics: Rio 2016 Is Here!
The Paralympics are upon us, and I’m looking forward to another sumptuous feast of sport. Read More
Rio 2016 and the Real Superhumans
With the Paralympics just two months away, the UK’s Channel 4 releases an amazing and inspirational trailer for its coverage of the games. Read More
The Controversy Over Olympic Ring Tattoos
For most people, having a tattoo is a meaningful thing. I don’t even have a tattoo (yet) but here I am writing yet another post about body ink, all because I stumbled upon a story that spoke to my heart, posted by an amputee friend on Facebook. Read More
The Top 14 Reasons Why I Love Winter X Games
Looking for a fun family trip that will appeal to all ages? Winter X Games may be the answer. Read More
Paralympics Drives New Technology
Why are we still talking about the Paralympics, when they ended weeks ago? Because their influence will be felt for years to come. Read More
A Paralympic Commercial That Has Nothing To Do With Pity
A Paralympic commercial that will make you see these athletes in a new way. Read More
Why Your Kids Will Want To Watch The Paralympics In 5 Days And Where You Can Find Them On TV.
From my personal experience, kids are fascinated by prosthetics and how they work. Watching world-class athletes compete with their world-class hardware makes for some amazing family viewing. It’s time to cheer for Team USA. Read More
Behind the Scenes at the Paralympics
What happens when prosthetic and adaptive equipment fails during the Paralympics? There’s a team waiting for them on the sidelines. Read More
Where to Watch the Paralympics — Hint: Good Luck in the U.S.
Where do you go to watch the Paralympic Games? In the U.S. your choices are very limited. Read More
Oscar Stirs Up More Controversy in the Paralympic Games
After stirring up controversy in the regular Olympic games, amputee runner Oscar Pistorius has a new battle to fight. Read More
Oscar’s Big Run
It was a joy to me, and many other disabled people, to see our man Oscar run in the big show. His smile was seen around the world. And we were all smiling with him. But in less than a minute it was over. Read More
A Race With Prosthetics at the London Olympics
Once again Oscar Pistorius, a double amputee, challenges able bodied runners, this time in the Olympics. Read More
