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Exploring the Paralympics in Paris with Katie Richmond
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What if you could witness the unyielding spirit of the world's most exceptional athletes in action? Join us as we sit down with Katie Richmond, reporting live from the Paris Paralympics, to uncover the stories of resilience and triumph that make this event truly unforgettable. From her touching visit to the historic beaches of Normandy to experiencing the vibrancy of the Paralympics' opening ceremony, Katie takes us through every exhilarating moment, shedding light on the diverse and sold-out medal events that have captivated audiences worldwide.
Explore the intricate world of Paralympic sports with us, where we spotlight categories such as T35 for runners with moderate impairments and the T11 to T13 categories for blind runners. Katie shares her firsthand account witnessing thrilling victories like the US women’s triumph over Italy in sitting volleyball. We also marvel at the audacity and skill of visually impaired long jumpers and an eight-foot-tall Iranian athlete who redefines the boundaries of possibility.
Delve into the technical side of the Paralympics as we discuss the origins, strategies, and intense training behind wheelchair rugby. Katie provides insights into the evolving technologies in prosthetics, highlighting the preferences and challenges faced by athletes. We round off this enlightening episode by looking ahead to the future innovations in 3D printing and prosthetic technology that promise to revolutionize the field. Don’t miss this episode packed with inspiring stories and cutting-edge advancements that showcase the remarkable world of the Paralympics.
This episode is brought to you by Advanced 3D.
Capitole
1. Paralympics Overview and Classification Explanation (00:00:00)
2. Diverse Paralympic Sports Overview (00:09:16)
3. Wheelchair Rugby and Prosthetic Components (00:18:52)
4. Equipment Challenges in Paralympic Athletics (00:24:59)
5. Innovations in Paralympic Technology (00:43:18)
111 episoade
Manage episode 438554531 series 3356176
What if you could witness the unyielding spirit of the world's most exceptional athletes in action? Join us as we sit down with Katie Richmond, reporting live from the Paris Paralympics, to uncover the stories of resilience and triumph that make this event truly unforgettable. From her touching visit to the historic beaches of Normandy to experiencing the vibrancy of the Paralympics' opening ceremony, Katie takes us through every exhilarating moment, shedding light on the diverse and sold-out medal events that have captivated audiences worldwide.
Explore the intricate world of Paralympic sports with us, where we spotlight categories such as T35 for runners with moderate impairments and the T11 to T13 categories for blind runners. Katie shares her firsthand account witnessing thrilling victories like the US women’s triumph over Italy in sitting volleyball. We also marvel at the audacity and skill of visually impaired long jumpers and an eight-foot-tall Iranian athlete who redefines the boundaries of possibility.
Delve into the technical side of the Paralympics as we discuss the origins, strategies, and intense training behind wheelchair rugby. Katie provides insights into the evolving technologies in prosthetics, highlighting the preferences and challenges faced by athletes. We round off this enlightening episode by looking ahead to the future innovations in 3D printing and prosthetic technology that promise to revolutionize the field. Don’t miss this episode packed with inspiring stories and cutting-edge advancements that showcase the remarkable world of the Paralympics.
This episode is brought to you by Advanced 3D.
Capitole
1. Paralympics Overview and Classification Explanation (00:00:00)
2. Diverse Paralympic Sports Overview (00:09:16)
3. Wheelchair Rugby and Prosthetic Components (00:18:52)
4. Equipment Challenges in Paralympic Athletics (00:24:59)
5. Innovations in Paralympic Technology (00:43:18)
111 episoade
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