• Evan Schwerbrock: Cane and Able Fitness.

  • Aug 9 2024
  • Length: 29 mins
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Evan Schwerbrock: Cane and Able Fitness.

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  • Summary
    Evan, the founder of Cane and Able Fitness, shares his journey as a visually impaired athlete and the mission behind his company. He discusses the challenges and misconceptions surrounding blind individuals in the gym and provides tips for making fitness accessible. Evan emphasizes the importance of self-belief and pushing beyond self-doubt. He also highlights the need for tactile cues and customized exercise programs for the blind community. The conversation concludes with a discussion about upcoming episodes and the impact of the Paris Olympics.
    Takeaways
    Blind individuals are capable of achieving fitness goals and excelling in the gym.
    Tactile cues and customized exercise programs are essential for making fitness accessible to the blind community.
    Self-belief and pushing beyond self-doubt are crucial for success in fitness and life.
    The Paris Olympics and the journeys of Olympic athletes will be discussed in upcoming episodes.
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Congratulations to Olympic Athletes
    05:14 Evan's Strongman Competition and Training
    06:14 The Story Behind Cane and Able Fitness
    08:06 The Goal of Cane and Able Fitness
    09:26 The Doubt Surrounding Blind People in the Gym
    12:14 Challenges of Accessibility in the Weight Room
    15:35 Navigating the Gym and Overcoming Doubt
    17:00 Working Out with a Guide and Gym Accessibility
    18:28 Tips for Starting Physical Exercise
    21:15 Getting Started at the Gym and Training Programs
    23:28 Training with Injuries and Physical Therapy
    27:27 Starting Physical Exercise Outside of the Gym
    31:53 Changing the Game for the Blind Community
    34:33 Contact Information and Resources
    37:06 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes
    Thank you for listening to this episode of Game Changers if you have any questions, please give us a call at 720-712-8856 or you can email us at feedback@aftersight.org
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