Don’t Quit, CrossFit! – A Stroke Survivor’s Story

On November 30th 2016, avid gym goer and crossfit enthusiast Paul Dewey was where he spent most of his free time; at his local gym, CrossFit Johns Creek in Georgia, USA. He was coming to the end of a gruelling 10 minute double-unders drill (jumping rope, where the rope has to pass under you twice every jump) when …

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Mountain Trike all terrain wheelchair

All terrain wheelchairs supporting access for all at Giant’s Causeway National Trust in Northern Ireland

Giant’s Causeway is an iconic landscape in Northern Ireland cared for by the National Trust. The stone columns left by volcanic eruptions 60 million years ago captures the imaginations by all who see it. The site has a number of wheelchair and mobility scooters available to borrow during your visit and recently they took delivery of 4 Mountain Trike all terrain wheelchairs offering more choice for visitors with limited mobility. Available are 3 MT Push all terrain wheelchairs which are attendant style wheelchairs and suitable for a range of users and ages who are unable to self-propel. The fourth wheelchair is a Mountain Trike which is propelled by the user using the lever drives. All of the wheelchairs have air suspension and hydraulic brakes offering a safe and comfortable ride. The wheelchair vehicles are available to be used free of charge (admission fees apply) and available on a first…