Amputee Life — Fitness & Sports
Happiness on the Trail for Amputees, Adaptive Athletes
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The key to making sports more enjoyable is doing it with a friendly and relatable group. Ampt Biking offers this camaraderie and more to amputees who want to mountain bike.
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3D Printing Is Critical to This Cycling Pro’s Success
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Fitting a leg for an adaptive athlete is a delicate process. A lot of things must be considered, such as comfort, fit, and leg power. For Paralympic champion Denise Schindler, a lot of things need to work together, but crucial to her success is having the best leg, which can only be designed with the help of 3D scanning and printing.
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Amputee Biking Hacks for Beginners
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Adaptive cycling can be intimidating to complete beginners, especially when you're not sure where to start. In this article, we break down the preparation process further to minimize the barriers to participating and enjoying the sport.
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A Beginner's Guide to Amputee Running: Improving Running Form
Posted by Bryan Potok, CPO on
Your running posture is important because it could affect your running efficiency. Your head should be held high and centered between your shoulders. Your back should be straight, and your gaze trained straight ahead. Relax your jaw and neck.
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