This week, Brendan is joined by Brad Clark of BC Adaptive fitness and the National Adaptive Fitness Foundation, two organizations centered around the creation of accessible fitness environments. As like-minded individuals in similar occupational positions, Brendan and Brad discuss the necessity of setting high expectations for their clients with disabilities while simultaneously creating an inclusive space for them to reach their goals. They also touch on the potential projection of Brad's organizations. Listen to the full episode on your favorite streaming platform and learn more about Brad's impact below.

BC Adaptive Fitness and National Adaptive Fitness Foundation

www.bcadaptivefitness.com

www.nationaladaptivefitnessfoundation.orgI

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@bcadaptive

@nafforg

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Episode 13 Timestamps:

00:39 - Brad’s Educational and Experiential Background

06:38 - Transitioning Into an Adaptive Fitness Coaching

11:16 - BC Adaptive Fitness’ Training Format

12:35 - Staffing Structure

14:53 - Rewriting the Narrative on Training Adaptive Athletes

18:40 - Creating an Authentic Online Presence and Outsourcing Content

20:09 - Managing BC Adaptive Fitness

23:18 - Finding Welcoming Training Locations

26:09 - Brad’s Business Models: National Adaptive Fitness Foundation and BC Adaptive Fitness

28:10 - Future Facility and Expansion plans

29:29 - AdaptX’s Nonprofit Funding Model

32:28 - Creating a Community of Adaptive Fitness Professionals

35:01- Looking Forward: Gym Ownership

38:00 - The Value of Inclusive and Integrated Fitness Spaces

39:57 - Finding Equipped and Well-Versed Coaches

40:48 - How Can We Make Fitness More Accessible?