Also known as: redefiningable
In one instant on September , , Tricia went from being a competitive cyclist to a paraplegic requiring a wheelchair for mobility. Her life was changed forever, but Tricias competitive spirit and zest for life continued on. Through her experiences in both rehab and racing, Tricia has overcome adversity and learned what it takes to perform at the top of her game. Having made the transition from able-bodied cyclist to a world-class athlete with a disability, Tricia knows the true meaning of the words challenge and change, and has learned a wealth of lessons to deal with the obstacles we all face in reaching for our personal goals. Today she takes people on their journeys from start to victory, motivating each person to unleash his or her own inner champion just as she has. As a recognized leader and pioneer in the sport of paratriathlon she has been featured in numerous magazines, newspapers and television broadcasts. She was featured in the Warren Miller documentary Superior Beings and on the lifestyle TV magazine show Life Moments. She has been featured in Muscle and Fitness Hers, Womens Adventure Magazine, and Health and Wellness Magazine. Tricia is the founder and director of Camp Discovery, a fitness camp for women in wheelchairs designed to promote health and healing on all levelsmind, body and spirit. As a speaker, her presentation style is genuine and captivating as she recounts the story of her accident, rehabilitation and subsequent rise as a physically challenged athlete in the sport of triathlon (paratriathlon). Through a mix of dramatic, suspenseful and humorous storytelling moments, she has the ability to translate her experiences to that of her audiences to help others get past the challenges that hold them back and to truly emerge a champion. Specialties Personal DevelopmentGoal SettingDisability EtiquetteOvercoming AdversityInspirational storytellingKeynote SpeakerWorkshop Leader
