In this powerful episode of One Hand at a Time, Chris Welton sits down with Anthony Bryan, an elite adaptive athlete and world-class endurance competitor, for a deeply inspiring conversation about resilience, mindset, and refusing to quit.

Anthony shares his story beginning at just six years old, when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor. During surgery to remove the tumor, Anthony suffered a stroke that left the left side of his body permanently paralyzed. Faced with a reality that could have easily defined his limits, Anthony instead made a different decision—one rooted in determination and grit. As a stubborn kid with an unbreakable spirit, he chose to believe: “I can still do things.”

That mindset carried him forward into athletics, where he discovered running and eventually carved his path into elite adaptive competition and the Paralympic world. Throughout the conversation, Anthony explains how he learned to use his weaknesses as tools, not excuses—constantly adapting, adjusting, and finding solutions rather than giving up.

Chris and Anthony dive into what it truly means to overcome adversity, discussing how resilience is built through persistence, creativity, and an unwillingness to let circumstances dictate outcomes. Anthony’s story is a reminder that progress isn’t about what you lack—it’s about how you respond.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone facing challenges, questioning their limits, or needing a reminder that perseverance can redefine what’s possible.

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