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Amy Purdy - Dealing with Amputation

Amy Purdy - Dealing with Amputation

FromChasing Glory with Lilian Garcia


Amy Purdy - Dealing with Amputation

FromChasing Glory with Lilian Garcia

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Length:
80 minutes
Released:
May 7, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

This episode of Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia features Professional Snowboarder, actress, motivational speaker, and Paralympian Amy Purdy!
Lilian sits down for an inspirational conversation with Amy Purdy who overcame what appeared to be insurmountable medical circumstances after her legs were amputated below the knee when she came down with bacterial meningitis at age 19. You’ll hear how Amy overcame the impossible and found the strength to stay active after losing her legs, and you’ll learn what drove her to compete as a Paralympian traveling the world and winning medals. Plus, she shares the amazing story of walking in her sister's wedding just 2 months after her challenging ordeal. Amy also shares other challenges she has had to overcome, such as being compared to her sister and living in her shadows, as well as other health issues she contracted due to CrossFit. Join Lilian for this incredible story of determination and triumph! It’s about to get real, raw and inspiring with Amy Purdy.
Released:
May 7, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode

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Lilian Garcia is a history maker and barrier breaker who has solidified her name in sports, entertainment, wellness and mainstream media. This Spanish beauty is a multi-talented singer/songwriter, television personality & producer, 15-year WWE Host and NEW In-Cage Announcer for the Professional Fighters League (PFL) on ESPN. Lilian gives you an all-access pass to human interest stories with your favorite athletes, wellness experts, and entertainers. “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia”​ dives deep into how they got to where they are today, and the real- life challenges in making their dreams come true. Simply put, when you look up a “star” on Wikipedia, you only see the accomplishments, “Chasing Glory” shows what it took to earn them! It’s about to get Real, Raw & Inspiring every week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia”.