About this episode
In this episode, the hosts welcome Melissa Stockwell, a mother runner, military veteran, and four-time Paralympian. Melissa shares her incredible journey, from joining the military to taking up triathlon after losing a limb in combat. In the show, you’ll hear about:
- The events of 2004 that changed Melissa’s life and how she found her way into adaptive sports;
- Melissa’s multiple trips to the Paralympics and serving as Team USA’s flag bearer;
- Her thoughts on the growing visibility of the Paralympics and her experience in Paris compared to previous Games; and,
- Melissa’s role as an advocate for adaptive sports, and more.
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