Living Adaptive

Tina Hurley from Less Leg More Heart joins us. Tina is a high level adaptive athlete. With her nonprofit, she is set on helping those struggling and she's also focused on building the adaptive community and many supporting organizations. In this episode we discuss,

• Tina Hurley's story
• Adaptive Training Foundation (ATF) and Tina's experience at ATF
• The story and mission of Less Leg More Heart
• Spartan, specifically para Spartan and the 2018 championship
• Adaptive sports and the future, this includes talk of organizations joining together for the greater good
• Adaptive athletes rising up to train other adaptive athletes
• Rewards of going after your passions
• Reality Shows
• Companies that made a difference in Tina's life

More about Less Leg More Heart Through her own medical journey as an amputee and her clinical experiences as a medical professional, Founder- Tina Hurley, recognized the need for further support in the newly disabled population and their loved ones. The intent of this charity is to spread hope, decrease suffering and to enhance physical/mental viability by providing customized services/supplies to patients and their families during life changing medical circumstances. More about Tina Hurley Tina Hurley went through a bunch of surgeries and in 2016, Tina underwent a below-knee amputation. Tina is diagnosed with a rare blood vessel condition, Popliteal Artery Entrapment Syndrome. Tina has a wealth of experience regarding adaptive sports and adaptive organizations, including her experience with the prestigious Adaptive Training Foundation (ATF). Tina has the unique experience of medical practitioner and also patient. Tina overcome substantial physical adversity and personal adversity and found a way to adapt and thrive. Find Tina Hurley and Less Leg More Heart at, https://www.instagram.com/tinah214/ https://www.lesslegmoreheart.com https://www.instagram.com/lesslegmoreheart/ https://www.facebook.com/lesslegmoreheart/ Links to sponsors mentioned in the show, https://www.instagram.com/lurongliving/ https://www.instagram.com/rosiejomeals/ https://www.instagram.com/powermonkeyfitness/ https://www.instagram.com/dnaanabolics/ Less Leg More Heart - Tina Hurley - 036 This episode is brought to you by Living Adaptive with Scott Davidson. Find Living Adaptive at, www.livingadaptive.comfor more information. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/living_adaptive/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingadaptive/

Don't Be Afraid to get Hurt Again - adaptdefy - Mike Brown

One moment, one accident, one really difficult event, and everything changes. so what do you do? Do you look back? Do you spend your time wishing for something to be different? Do you give up and feel sorry for yourself? Do you live in fear of getting hurt again? Or do you move forward?... My guest Mike Brown chose to move forward after his accident. Tune in to hear Mike Brown's story of adapting and defying and how he built the world of adaptdefy.

Following an accident in 2012 that left Mike Brown a paraplegic he began to build his life and he eventually began to build adaptdefy. The mission of adaptdefy is to increase freedom for wheelchair users by connecting and highlighting a global community of Adaptdefiers and developing products that help them adapt and defy, including the Lapstacker. Mike Brown works tirelessly to connect the community of the adapt defiers.

In this episode we discuss,

• What is adaptdefy and what are Adaptdefiers?
• Mike Brown's accident and life afterwards.
• Creations and the Kickstarter for Lapstacker.
• Talking with and supporting those going through significant adversity.
• Collaboration in the adaptive world, e.g. product creation, podcasting, sharing stories, etc.

Links to Mike Brown and adaptdefy below.

https://adaptdefy.com

https://www.instagram.com/adaptdefy/

https://www.facebook.com/adaptdefy/

Lap Stacker Kick Starter Page

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lapstacker/lapstackertm-retractable-strap-system-for-wheelcha?ref=project_link

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Resiliency, Recovery, and BJJ - Maximiliano Ulloa York

Some bad shit can happen and great things can follow.

Maximiliano Ulloa York joins us today and shares his story of resilience after suffering a significant injury. Max is recovering from a spinal cord injury. Max is a BJJ instructor,BJJ competitor, and runs the International Jiu Jitsu without Limitations Federation and Para Jiu jitsu magazine. He is an important person in the world of adaptive Brazilian jiu jitsu. Max is involved in a bunch of projects and organizations. He is kicking off a podcast, writes about a bunch of cool subjects, and shares BJJ instruction online with guest BJJ coaches that happen to be the best in the world.

In the interview we discuss,

• Max's injury and life prior to injury.
• Max's road to recovery and the many obstacles he encountered.
• Mindset and how to approach when bad stuff goes down.
• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and adaptive BJJ.
• Max's JJWLF and PJJ Magazine.
• Building the adaptive world.
• The stupid shit we did as kids.

You can find Maximiliano Ulloa York on the mats and also at the links below,

https://www.instagram.com/maximiliano_ullork3/

www.ijjwlf.com

https://www.instagram.com/ijjwlf/

https://www.facebook.com/IJJWLF/

www.pjjmag.com

More about Max

Maximiliano started jiu jitsu prior to injury. Max is on a quest to travel the U.S. helping others in rehab clinics and on the BJJ mats. Max continues to positively impact others through the International Jiu Jitsu without Limitations Federation and spreading awareness for para jiu jitsu through the Para Jiu Jitsu magazine.

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The Rebound It's all about how you rebound after you go through adversity and today we talk with the director (Shaina Allen) and producer (Mike Esposito) of the award winning independent film documentary The Rebound. In the show we discuss,

• What is The Rebound and why was The Rebound made.
• We talk adaptive sports, specifically basketball.
• Rebounding from adversity.
• Why it's important to share your story.
• How to take begin to share your story.
• The future of Shaina Allen and Mike Esposito within the adaptive community by continuing to make documentaries about notable athletes and teams.

More About The Rebound The Rebound is an award-winning independent documentary (76 min) following the underdog journey of the Miami Heat Wheels wheelchair basketball team in their quest for their first NWBA National Championship. The cameras don't stop when the players leave the court: the film follows the athletes through daily life with a disability as they reach for new heights. From first-time Director and DP Shaina Allen, the movie has screened at more than twenty film festivals and fifty special screenings, received numerous awards, and has been piloted successfully in schools and university research studies. Find The Rebound using the website and social media links below. https://www.reboundthefilm.com https://www.instagram.com/reboundthefilm/ https://www.facebook.com/reboundthefilm https://www.youtube.com/user/reboundthefilm https://twitter.com/reboundthefilm Order The Rebound and enter "LivingAdaptive" in the promo code box for 20 percent off. Order some of gear we discuss in the interview at, https://www.reboundthefilm.com/shop/. The Rebound - 033 This episode is brought to you by Living Adaptive with Scott Davidson. Find Living Adaptive at, www.livingadaptive.comfor more information. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/living_adaptive/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingadaptive/

Challenged Athletes Foundation - Bob Babbitt

What began as three friends' kindness and compassion to help one athlete paralyzed in triathlon has now grown into a powerful current that has carried and supported those with physical challenges – empowering them to find community, confidence, and conviction. The mission of the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) to provide opportunities and support to people with physical challenges, so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics. The Challenged Athletes Foundation believes that involvement in sports at any level increases self-esteem, encourages independence and enhances quality of life. Since CAF began, over 100 million dollars has been raised to support the athletes.

Bob Babbitt started racing triathlons win the late 1970's. He did his first Ironman Triathlon in 1980 on the island of Oahu and ended up completing five more when the event moved to the Big Island. Hi is in both the Ironman Hall of Fame and the USA Triathlon Hall of Fame. Bob co-founded Competitor Magazine and the Challenged Athletes Foundation, plus he created Competitor Radio and the Muddy Buddy Ride and Run Series. Bob does many things including operating the Babbitt Media Group and Babbittville Radio and Babbittville. Bob has also hosts a weekly radio show airing out of San Diego called Competitor Radio.

In this interview we hit on these subjects,

• History of Babbittville Radio, Challenged Athletes Foundation, and Bob Babbitt.
• The importance of possibilities over probabilities.
• Taking the gloves off and not coddling those that are adapting to something challenging.
• Sports are opportunities to all.
• Commonalities in the responses of non-adaptive and adaptive.
• The importance of Competitor (began as a magazine) and the growth of adaptive sports.
• Bob Babbitt shares some rad stories from his experiences with Challenged Athletes Foundation.
• The next 20 years for the Challenged Athletes Foundation

Book Mentioned in the Interview "Redemption: From Iron Bars to Ironman"

https://www.amazon.com/Redemption-Iron-Ironman-John-McAvoy/dp/1785312065

The Challenged Athletes Foundation and Bob Babbitt's websites and social media links are below.

https://www.challengedathletes.org

https://www.instagram.com/cafoundation/?hl=en

https://www.facebook.com/CAForg/

https://www.youtube.com/user/challengedathletes

https://twitter.com/cafoundation

https://babbittville.com

https://babbittville.com/radio/

https://www.facebook.com/BobBabbittPublic/

https://www.instagram.com/babbittville/

More about the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF Facebook Page)

The Challenged Athletes Foundation® (CAF) is a world leader in helping individuals with physical challenges get involved – and stay involved – in sports. CAF believes that participation in sports at any level increases self-esteem, encourages independence and enhances quality of life. Since 1994, more than $100 million has been raised and over 23,000 individual adaptive sport grants have been given. Whether it's a $2,500 grant for a handcycle, helping underwrite a carbon fiber running foot not covered by insurance, or arranging enthusiastic encouragement from a mentor who has triumphed over a similar challenge, CAF's mission is clear: give those with the desire to live active, athletic lifestyles every opportunity to compete in the sports they love.

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Bjoern Eser is the creator of The Active Amputee. As a teenager he was diagnosed with cancer and the consequences of cancer eventually led to Bjoern choosing to amputate his leg later in life (above the knee). You will hear why Bjoern chose to amputate. Bjoern's organization The Active Amputee is regarded as an incredible resource page from amputees for amputees. The org aims to inform, inspire, and engage.

In this interview we talk about,

• Bjoern Eser's story (cancer, mobility, and eventually amputation).
• Bjoern's future with podcasting, vlogging, and his site The Adaptive Amputee.
• The importance of accepting difficult things.
• Getting rid of the victim label and also the need to accept the consequences of your decisions.
• Being a father and adapting to some significant challenges.
• Bjoern shares some of his favorite hacks.
• Responsibility for your own journey.

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Find Bjoern Eser at,

https://www.theactiveamputee.org

https://twitter.com/Active_Amputee

https://www.instagram.com/theactiveamputee/

Bjoern Eser's Go Fund Me https://www.gofundme.com/the-active-amputee-sponsored-climb

More about The Active Amputee

This page is made by amputees. And it is made for amputees and their families. The Active Amputee wants to enable you to make informed decisions by providing unbiased information. The Active Amputee wants to inspire action through the sharing of stories. And the Active Amputee wants to build a community of active amputees by encouraging engagement and mutual support. Nothing more, nothing less. It's as easy and simple as that.

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Sean Swentek is the executive director and cofounder of the surf therapy organization A Walk on Water (AWOW). Sean Swentek talks about his path that led to cofounding and directing A Walk on Water, what it's like to be a part of this incredible organization, and he provides a bunch of good insight into how to get involved and even run a successful nonprofit. Many of you listeners are involved in or even run a nonprofit, especially within the adaptive community. Furthermore, Sean Swentek pulls the curtain back and provides some insight into the model that makes A Walk on Water successful. Sean is a really altruistic person from southern California. His work and the organization A Walk on Water has managed to change the lives of many so tune in. In this episode you hear,

• What is A Walk on Water and who is Sean Swentek.
• What is it like to attend an AWOW event and what goes into running a AWOW event.
• How AWOW has impacted many lives.
• What is surf therapy and how does one become involved.
• Reasons why AWOW thrives as a nonprofit and lessons learned from running a successful nonprofit. We get to pull back the curtain and see how AWOW functions.
• The importance of partnerships, involving stakeholders, and focusing on doing what an organization does best.
• Ideas on how to operate and participate in a successful nonprofit.
• The therapeutic abilities of water.

More About A Walk on Water "A Walk On Water ("AWOW") provides Surf Therapy to children with special needs or disability. The ocean's transformative properties empower our participants, who enjoy a much-deserved day of laughter, love, and acceptance alongside their family. For one perfect, restorative day at the beach, there are no labels. Everyone is an Athlete. AWOW Surf Therapy is more than just surfing: the entire family unit is treated to a well-deserved day of respite, complete with healthy food and drink, live music, art, yoga, and more." More About Sean Swentek Sean was born in Santa Cruz, CA and came from a very financially difficult family situation and has always relished the opportunity to improve the lives of those in need. He started his volunteer career 15 years ago with Special Olympics Southern California, also spending time with Children's Miracle Network and Surfers Healing. It was on the beach with Surfers Healing that Sean first met Pat Notaro III, and an instant bond was formed over a shared desire to better the lives of those in need. More About Surf Therapy Surf Therapy is defined as a form of water therapy whereby the participant is introduce to the ocean and surfing through guided surf instruction, either tandem surfing with an instructor on the same board, or surfing solo with close instructor oversight. Surf Therapy has been shown to have myriad positive effects. Below are the websites and social media links for AWOW, Sean Swentek, and the International Surf Therapy Organization. https://awalkonwater.org https://www.instagram.com/awalkonwater https://www.facebook.com/awalkonwater/ https://intlsurftherapy.org https://twitter.com/swiz?lang=en A Walk on Water - Sean Swentek - 030 This episode is brought to you by Living Adaptive with Scott Davidson. Find Living Adaptive at, www.livingadaptive.comfor more information. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/living_adaptive/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingadaptive/

How does one become more adaptive and able to thrive after going through a really terrible event, such as an accident that causes permanent changes? How does one push through the fears to reach success?

In today's episode we're joined by Caitlyn Conner and we hear her incredible story from ICU survivor to adaptive thriver, and she gives us the tools and methods she uses to "Be More Adaptive" despite any struggle one encounters.

More About Caitlin Conner

Caitlin Conner who is an athlete, model, community builder, content creator, that runs the very notable Be More Adaptive nonprofit. Caitlin Conner is a member of Team Some Assembly Required, Team Catapult, she's also the first female amputee boxer in the United States and second in the world. She's a model with corporations like Target,a mom, an artist, and is sponsored by a bunch of organizations such as York Athletics and Swiftwick Athlete. Recently, Caitlin Conner and Team Some Assembly Required finished in first in the Para Elite Spartan Race.

In this episode we talk about,

• Conner and Team Some Assembly Required winning the Elite Spartan Race.
• Caitlin Conner's accident, surgeries, amputation, and how her life changed.
• Caitlin Conner's involvement in adaptive sports, like boxing, crossfit, obstacle course racing, and a bunch of other sports.
• What made Caitlin Conner a success story and how she overcame her fears.
• Caitlin provides insight on pushing through fears and adapting to any challenge.
• How Caitlin Conner uses art to go through the challenges of losing loved ones, a former life, and a bunch more.
• What is Be More Adaptive? Caitlyn Conner explains more about this nonprofit and it's benefits.
• Navigating social media and the crazy people one may encounter.

Find Caitlin Conner using the links below to her link tree, social media accounts https://linktr.ee/caitlin.andherlegnamed.rex https://www.instagram.com/caitlin.andherlegnamed.rex/ https://www.facebook.com/caitlinconnerofficial/ https://www.facebook.com/yourartasmytherapy/?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARAIISgSVOPY0xhyirW-q0RIeC9hruLjVWs0S4O9LLvRv6P0ymNMfEcJIaEzm0YSVdIyBGlNz4RT1W-g&fref=mentions

Further Details Regarding Caitlin Connor

On May 30th, 2014, a day away from her 24th birthday, Caitlin Conner's (and her husband's) life would be forever changed. It was a beautiful day in North Texas and they decided to take a short ride on the motorcycle, however, a block down the road, a young girl who was texting while driving didn't see the bike and t-boned the motorcycle, with the initial impact partially amputated Caitlin's left ankle. Caitlin was conscious the entire helicopter flight right until she went into surgery. When she awoke, her family stood around her with concerned faces. The nurse came in and said "Oh good, you're awake, we wanted to let you know you're about 4 weeks pregnant," then left the room. Doctors tried to reconstruct her ankle but success was limited. Her 7th surgery would be her last because Caitlin amputated below the knee and went home to a very different life. Caitlin and her husband tried to balance recovery, while helping inlaws that were fighting terminal cancer, and now preparing for a baby the best they could. After many significant trials and a lot of down moments, things changed, and for the better. On April 26th, 2016, Caitlin reached out to a local Crossfit Gym about training her because she hated seeing her legs wither away with atrophy and wanted to be a role model for her daughter. She started working out and finding out she could do more than she ever thought was possible. Caitlin adapted and thrived. Caitlin has now built an incredible community focused on supporting those adapting to significant challenges and they often use sports as a therapy. Caitlin has also competed and won in many sports that there's too many to list. Caitlin thrives on completion, community, and especially her family. Caitlin states, "I will always find a way to have my daughter with me. I literally gave up a part of myself to keep her safe. I would do it again and again if it made her life better. She pushes me. She reminds me not to settle in this life and that you only get one life. The best thing you can do in your life is try."

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Mindset towards Adapting – Tom Seaman

How important is your mindset to adapting to difficult challenges? In this episode I talk with someone that changed his mindset and he was able to then change his position in life for the better. Tom Seaman is an author who has published countless articles and a book focused on coping strategies and tools for dealing with physical and mental challenges of life, especially when dealing with chronic health conditions, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and setbacks. Tom had to learn to navigate life with a painful neurological movement disorder (Dystonia) that left him broken and, at points, unable to physically move, to eventually adapting, healing, and developing a fulfilling life as a life coach, author, and speaker. Through research and experience (personal and professional) Tom learned strategies for battling back when the rock one is under seems too heavy to lift.

The first half of the interview focuses on,

• Tom tells his story about how he couldn't physically move at points, he couldn't function within everyday life, and dealing with thoughts of not wanting to live. He explains how his life began to turn in such a positive manner and in turn how he began to heal physically and mentally.
• Tom explains why he became an author focused on developing coping strategies and tools for dealing with various physical and mental challenges in life.
• Tom explains why he spends his time and efforts helping others adapt, via coaching and writing.

The second half of the interview focuses on,

• The mindset needed to dig oneself out from a bad situation.
• Coping mechanisms for mental and even physical pain.
• Going from viewing oneself as a victim to someone with significant opportunities.
• Tools and techniques that help one go from a bad situation, to a healthier situation.

Further Information About Tom

When Tom developed a debilitating neurological movement disorder in 2001 called Dystonia, he basically lost everything which altered the course of his life in ways he never imagined possible. After numerous failed treatments and years of physical and mental pain, he dedicated himself to learning and applying a variety of symptom management techniques that greatly improved his quality of life. In addition to better managing his dystonia, he lost 150 pounds he gained due to his sedentary lifestyle with chronic pain. Wanting to help others who are suffering with their life challenges, in 2010, Tom returned to school and became a Certified Professional Life Coach. He is now helping people all over the world learn to adapt and improve their lives.

In 2015, Tom published the book, Diagnosis Dystonia: Navigating the Journey, which was recognized by the Michael J. Fox Foundation and put on their suggested list of resources. This combination autobiography, self-help, education book not only chronicles his long battle with this neurological movement disorder, anxiety, depression, and obesity, it provides a roadmap for living a healthy, balanced life to transcend suffering. With practical strategies and tools, this book is useful for helping anyone work through any difficult life circumstance, health or otherwise, and improve their quality of life.

Tom states, "I have been faced with major challenges throughout my life, all of which came with significant opportunities. What helps me jump over hurdles is my belief that everything has a solution. There is nothing that can't be altered to improve our quality of life. Every obstacle provides opportunity for us to become better people and every day as a life coach I am grateful for the chance to help myself and others achieve their personal best."

Tom Seaman on social media and his website are below:

Website: www.tomseamancoaching.com

Book on Amazon- https://amzn.to/2rrIvNi

Published Articles: https://www.tomseamancoaching.com/resources/articles-by-tom-seaman/

Blog: www.healthisonthehorizon.com

Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/TomSeamanAuthor/

Facebook Coaching Page: https://www.facebook.com/TomSeamanCoaching/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Dystoniabook1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachtom12/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/TJFuzzy/

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What I did After a Brain Cancer Diagnosis - Liz Salmi

Most everyone will encounter a difficult diagnosis or significant obstacles in life and this interview with Liz Salmi displays a positive way to adapt despite significant struggles. Salmi joins us to tell her story of living with a brain cancer diagnosis. Salmi not only tells her story, she also talks about how to be productive after a significant change in life, in her case, Salmi is now a prolific researcher in the realm of brain cancer patient advocacy and bettering the communication between patients and healthcare professionals. She also researches what's it like to die from brain cancer. Salmi is relatively fearless in these realms. Salmi's path to success is unorthodox compared to what one might believe is required to reach Salmi's level. Salmi went from patient and amateur to patient and expert within her realm. Salmi's story and advice aren't limited to just a cancer diagnosis. Salmi's story shows us that when you're living with something difficult, you can adapt and find ways to improve your position and impact the lives of others in a positive manner.

In Salmi's words from her website (linked below), "I began blogging about my brain cancer experience immediately after my first symptom: a grand mal seizure originating in the left parietal lobe. After brain surgery in September 2008, I was diagnosed with a WHO Grade II astrocytoma, a slow-growing brain cancer that has a high rate of recurrence. And recur it did! I had another brain surgery in February 2009, and underwent a whirlwind of treatment over the next two years. So much has changed since my first blog post in July 2008, most notably, how patients are using the Internet to connect with each other and with healthcare professionals. Patients are also becoming more savvy about using the Internet to gain a deeper understanding of their own diagnoses, using it as a tool in medical decision-making. There is a word now for patients who are enabled, empowered and engaged in their own health care: e-Patients. Heck, it's more than a word–it's a movement. Today I speak regularly on how healthcare professionals and patients are connecting through digital media, and how patients are able to make better informed medical decisions."

Liz Salmi is found on social media and her website below,

https://thelizarmy.com

https://twitter.com/TheLizArmy/media https://www.facebook.com/lizarmy

https://www.instagram.com/thelizarmy

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