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Podcast 49: Interview with double-amputee triathlete Scott Rigsby

Posted May 16th, 2007 at 4:00 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: Motivation, Success Stories, Columns, Success Stories, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts

TFS is proud to present our monthly Success Story award to individuals who have overcome tremendous obstacles, changed their own lives and/or the lives of others through running, sports or fitness.

I am proud to announce that TFS’s May 2007 Success Story and my guest on Episode 49 of The Final Sprint Podcast is Scott Rigsby; the first double leg amputee to ever complete an Olympic distance and half IRONMAN triathlon on prosthetics.

Scott now has his sites set on becoming the first double amputee to complete a full IRONMAN triathlon and furthering his passionate efforts to motivate other physically challenged athletes.

In the interview Scott talks about the tragic accident that led to the amputation of both of his legs, how he is lucky to be alive, and his courageous battle to regain a competitive and active lifestyle.

Download the podcast to hear Scott discuss these topics, as well as, the unique challenges faced by amputees in endurance and multi-sport events, his opinion on Oscar Pistorius (who appeared on the front page of the NY Times on 3/15/07), the Achilles Track Club, and much more!

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Host: Adam Jacobs
Guest: Scott Rigsby
Producer: Greg Cherniet
Music: Ryan Ahlwardt & Darnell Perkins
File size: 19.9 MB
Length: 00:29:07

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The Achilles Track Club:
An Organization of Hope

Posted March 13th, 2007 at 1:20 PM by Lisa Cieplechowicz

Section: News & Results, Marathons, Motivation, Success Stories, Columns, SPOTLIGHT

In the world of running, discouragement can come in many forms. Maybe the weather’s too cold to go outside for your morning jog, your trainer is saying you’re not ready for major races, or you just don’t think you’re good enough to be a marathon runner. Many people let these bits of negativity stand between them and achieving their dreams, fulfilling their potential, etc.

Then there’s the runners of the Achilles Track Club. Achilles is a worldwide non-profit organization whose mission is enabling individuals with all types of disabilities to participate in mainstream athletics; promoting personal achievement, enhancing self esteem, and lowering barriers between individuals.
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