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TAA 028: Flying as an above-knee amputee
The Active Amputee - English Edition
12/14/21 • 16 min
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The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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TAA 027: Hiking in the Himalayas
The Active Amputee - English Edition
11/14/21 • 16 min
TAA 027: Hiking in the Himalayas
After a week in Kathmandu, mostly in meetings and with little to no exercise, I decided to use my day off to walk up to Shivapuri Peak, a few kilometers north of Nepal’s capital. With 2,725 meters the peak offers amazing views over the Kathmandu valley and - if you are lucky and you have a clear day - over the Langtang mountains, a range of 6,000 and 7,000 meters peaks towards the Tibetan border. but even if the Langtang range is covered in clouds, the walk through the Shivapuri national park is always a nice change to the hullaballoo of Kathmandu. And a treat for your lungs as Nepal’s capital is known for its bad air quality. As my prosthesis had been playing up in recent months, I took plenty of repair kit with me. The obligatory Allen key, ducked tape, additional seal tape normally used around windows, udder cream, blister patches, and the like. I wanted to make sure I can get myself safely off the mountain if the need arises. But as it turned out, it wasn’t the prosthesis that needed attention, but my other knee. And that was something I was not prepared for. This knee has been with me through the good times and the bad times. It sometimes complained and screamed abuse, when we returned from a long day out in the hills. But so far it had never given up, no matter what I threw at it. So when severe pain set in only minutes after starting my descent, I knew I was in trouble and needed to come up with a creative solution that gets me back to the valley safely and before nightfall. And I did. Here is the full story
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The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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TAA 023: Meet Hope Gordon, who crowdfunded the costs of her amputation
The Active Amputee - English Edition
06/14/21 • 31 min
TAA 023: Meet Hope Gordon, who crowdfunded the costs of her amputation
Hope was suffering from Complex Regional Pain Syndrom for years when she decided to have her leg amputated. As an amputation was against the guidelines of the National Health System, she needed to cover the costs by herself. That's when she decided to launch a crowdfunding campaign. Five years later, Hope is a happy young woman living a life free from pain. She is a member of the British National Canoe Team and has her eyes on this years' world championship.
For more information, visit The Active Amputee.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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For more information, visit The Active Amputee.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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TAA 019: My new hiking project
The Active Amputee - English Edition
02/28/21 • 14 min
TAA 019: My new hiking project
Four seasons, four regions of Germany, four long distance hikes. This new project of mine has been in the making for long. Far too long actually, if you ask me. But it looks as if I can soon move from thinking about it to actually getting started with it. Finally. And more than a year behind schedule. Honestly, I can’t wait to get going. But wait a minute; what am I actually talking about? Well.... I am talking about a new walking project of mine. A project I have been playing around with for some time. A project I changed over and over again until it finally felt right. A project that might take up to two years to complete.
For more information, visit The Active Amputee.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
To learn more about The Active Amputee, check out the following links
The Active Amputee Blog
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For more information, visit The Active Amputee.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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TAA 017: Travel advice for people with a limb difference
The Active Amputee - English Edition
02/01/21 • 17 min
TAA 017: Travel advice for people with a limb difference
Traveling is great fun. But from my own experience I also know that traveling as a person with a limb difference can be scary. You are leaving an environment you know, an environment which often has been adapted to your needs and your level of mobility, an environment which is accessible. And instead you are heading for the unknown. That is why The Active Amputee kicks off the new year with a new service: Hands-on travel advice, making it easier for people with a limb difference to travel far and wide and with confidence.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
To learn more about The Active Amputee, check out the following links
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The Active Amputee on Instagram
The Active Amputee on YouTube
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For more information, visit The Active Amputee.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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TAA 016: Welcome back for an amazing 2021
The Active Amputee - English Edition
01/17/21 • 9 min
TAA 016: Welcome back for another year of mind-boggling adventures
Happy new year to you all. I hope you had a nice and peaceful Christmas break and a good start into the new year. I hope 2021 will be a good year for all of you. Today I would like to give you a quick overview of what I have been up to, what is on my list for the coming weeks, and where I would love to get you involved. So.... drum roll please!
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
To learn more about The Active Amputee, check out the following links
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For more information, visit The Active Amputee.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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TAA 011: Michael-Robbert Brans: Don't hide your obstacles
The Active Amputee - English Edition
10/01/20 • 32 min
TAA #011: Michael-Robbert Brans: Don't hide your obstacles
Michael-Robbert Brans is an accomplished adaptive athlete, world record holder, public speaker, and OCR runner. In recent years he set out to encourage others to be open about their obstacles and struggles. “I have conquered many things in my life, including invisible things that ultimately turned out to be the biggest obstacles in my life, and no one really knows about them. I would like to tell you to not hide your obstacles. Share your whole story with people around you and not just small parts of it. Only then you will be able to grow as a person and become the best version of yourself.”
Here is the link to Michael-Robbert's TEDx Talk he mentioned during the interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPA3erpX_80
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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For more information, visit The Active Amputee.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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TAA 004: Climbing as an above knee amputee
The Active Amputee - English Edition
07/24/19 • 13 min
TAA #004: Climbing as an above knee amputee
Climbing is an amazing sport. Full stop. No matter if you are into bouldering or top-roped routes at a local climbing wall, prefer pre-bolted sport routes outdoors or love the thrill of proper multi-pitch trad climbing or a deep-water solo, the sport has something for everybody. And I mean everybody, no matter if you are able-bodied (what ever that is) or not. Here is a simple guide: Ten easy steps to get into paraclimbing. It’s aimed at lover limb amputees, especially above knee amputees.
https://www.theactiveamputee.org/2018/07/25/climbing-as-an-above-knee-amputee/
General information
- The British Mountaineering Council is very experienced when it comes to paraclimbing/climbing for people with disabilities. There is a whole range of good information on its homepage
- Similarly Climbing USA is a good point to start looking for information if you are living in the US
- The German Mountaineering Council also offers information on its homepage
- Paradoxsports is very experienced and is a great first contact to get into climbing
- Or check out your national climbing body or local climbing club
People with a wealth of experience (sorry, all UK based)
Considering buying a special climbing leg/foot
Videos to inspire
- Ronnie Dickson: The V10 Project
- Jarem Free, Craig DeMartino and Pete Davis: Gimp Monkeys
- Bjoern Eser: Paraclimb Series 2016
- Martin Heald and others: Paraclimb Series 2016 Boulder Problems
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011
For more information, visit The Active Amputee.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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TAA 002: The journey to losing my leg by Bjoern Eser (part 2)
The Active Amputee - English Edition
06/20/19 • 17 min
TAA #002: The journey to losing my leg by Bjoern Eser (part 2)
In this second part of our mini-series, Bjoern shares his story of becoming an amputee. This episode focuses on his recovery after the chemotherapy, how he started to gain confidence in his body again until new leg-related trouble was brewing again.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
To learn more about The Active Amputee, check out the following links
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For more information, visit The Active Amputee.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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TAA 047: Meet Chris Rains, talking about sports as a key element in his rehabilitation, being a peer mentor, and a ROMP climbing team member
The Active Amputee - English Edition
02/14/24 • 33 min
TAA 047: Meet Chris Rains, talking about sports as a key element in his rehabilitation, being a peer mentor, and a ROMP climbing team member
This month's guest is Chris Rains, who lost one of his legs during a horrible car crash. Chris and I talk about the role sports played in his recovery, the organisations that allowed him to try out various outdoor activities, and his participation in one of the Range of Motion Project's climbs to raise funds and awareness for others people affected by limb loss and limb difference.
To learn more about Chris, follow him on Instagram.
Organisations mentioned during the podcast:
- ClickMedical - for more information click here of follow them on Instagram.
- The Beautifully Flawed Foundation - for more information click here of follow them on Instagram.
- The Range of Motion Project - for more information click here of follow them on Instagram.
- The Challenged Athletes Foundation - for more information click here of follow them on Instagram.
- The Kirstie Ennis Foundation - for more information click here of follow them on Instagram.
For more information, visit The Active Amputee.
The music - as always - is Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345 Ft: Morusque, Jeris, CSoul, Alex Beroza
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How many episodes does The Active Amputee - English Edition have?
The Active Amputee - English Edition currently has 50 episodes available.
What topics does The Active Amputee - English Edition cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Inclusion, Podcasts, Disability and Sports.
What is the most popular episode on The Active Amputee - English Edition?
The episode title 'TAA 037: Phantom pain after limb loss' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Active Amputee - English Edition?
The average episode length on The Active Amputee - English Edition is 24 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Active Amputee - English Edition released?
Episodes of The Active Amputee - English Edition are typically released every 30 days, 11 hours.
When was the first episode of The Active Amputee - English Edition?
The first episode of The Active Amputee - English Edition was released on Jun 20, 2019.
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