What does life after professional rodeo look like? In this heartfelt episode, the Champion Living Podcast hosts chat with former rodeo athlete, JR Vezain. Tune in as JR shares his inspiring journey of overcoming paralysis, finding new competitive arenas in cow horse cutting, and the vital role of resilience and passion in facing life's biggest hurdles. Show Notes: 03:37 | Reconnecting with old friend sparked renewed motivation. 06:28 | Passion for horse training leads to career. 15:01 | Risky horse ride ends with a fall. 16:57 | Pursuing dreams led to success despite setbacks. 26:05 | "Unknown love for competition came as surprise." 29:30 | Realizing priorities, torn between passion and family. 31:32 | Demanding coach commitment to high-level goals. 41:21 | Retired athletes rely on friends for support. 48:44 | Struggling to find competitive edge, lacking perspective. 55:06 | Men need to be open and seek help.   Learn More: Get a free fitness consult HERE: https://championlivingfitness.com/pages/athlete-form-sign-up   We’d like to give a huge thanks to our partners! These folks believe in our mission to make rodeo a better place for everyone, please show them your support: Beastmaster Rodeo Gear Visit: https://beastmasterrodeo.com/?rfsn=7833357.e68191 Discount Code: championliving24   HOOEY caps, shirts, jeans and more: https://getyourhooey.com/?platform=grin&link_id=1393041&token=iAPfHJOC50rnzOonDjd6bbklg33ffAEQ&contact_id=fc9076d1-df17-439e-8fcf-386bacf6aa7d&attribution_window=45 code: CHAMPIONLIVING   Colorado Craft Beef https://coloradocraftbeef.com Code: Championliving   PWR PRO CBD https://pwrpro.com Discount Code: Championliving   Home Gym Equipment from GetRx’d https://www.getrxd.com/#a_aid=championliving code: 10CHAMPION   Icehole Coolers and drink ware: iceholecoolers.com code: CHAMPIONLIVING   Learn More: Website: www.championlivingfitness.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/champion.living YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCibo-Tq2Jb6qiMBXTxnzPdw Champion Living Private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/934793523869642