Amazing Journey to the 2024 Paralympics | Unbound Human

Kate Brim is an elite hand cyclist for Team USA.
Kate shares her inspiring journey, from overcoming significant challenges, including a damaged bike and a severe infection, to earning a spot on the U.S. Paralympic team.
With only three years of elite hand cycling experience, Kate reflects on her path, her love for the sport, and the incredible support she’s received from her team.
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Key Points
·Introduction to Kate Brim: Elite hand cyclist for Team USA and member of Team Novo Nordisk.
·Journey to the Paralympics: Kate recounts the emotional moment of making the Paralympic team and the challenges she faced, including bike damage and health setbacks.
·Hand Cycling Passion: How adaptive sports, particularly hand cycling, helped Kate regain her strength, independence, and confidence after her injury.
·Training and Team Support: Kate shares insights on her intense training regime, her trusted support team, and the role they play in her success.
·Overcoming Adversity: Recovering from a serious infection while balancing fitness and health as she prepares for the upcoming Paralympic Games.
·Love for Wheelchair Rugby: How Kate stays connected to her roots in wheelchair rugby and plans to return to the sport post-Paralympics.
·The Power of Community: The camaraderie within adaptive sports and how it motivates Kate to push boundaries.
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