Note: Flying over to the 2011 Ford Ironman World Championship last October, I wrote this post about my recent experience with Scott Rigsby and his unthinkable venture into high surf on Memorial Day. Whatever “high surf” you currently find yourself in, I hope you’re encouraged to persevere through whatever stormy seas you’re in. If you think you can’t persevere, with God’s strength, think again…In the video below, watch Scott exit the water after his two and a half mile swim at the 2011 Ford Ironman World Championship. Read the story. Watch the video. Not every race counts!
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What would you do if you lost both your legs? If I was an amputee, I don’t think becoming a triathlete would be at the top of my list. (Let alone competing in the Ford Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii.) Losing my legs would be unthinkable and competing in triathlons would require unthinkable courage. And strength. And perseverance. And an extremely high tolerance for pain. Continue Reading…
Scott Rigsby is the first double-amputee to complete the Kona Ironman triathlon in Hawaii. Yes, that’s a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, and a full 26.2 mile marathon…all on prosthetic limbs. His story is remarkable. Utterly incredible. He’s also battled depression, prescription drug addiction, and unthinkable obstacles to achieve his dream.
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