There are people in the world, with disabilities, that won’t take “no” for an answer when it comes to overcoming their condition. They usually accomplish more in life than a physically unchallenged person, and they are an inspiration for anyone that’s self-doubting.

For James, the sky is the limit, and he is convinced that regardless of your age or your health status, you too, can eliminate the barriers that stop you from achieving your greatness in life.

James Roberts is a really terrific guy aside from all that he has accomplished. He was born with a congenital disability called femoral dysplasia and a floating hip of the left leg as well as scoliosis of the spine. Despite that, he has become a world-class Paralympic athlete for over a decade. He's now doing online training and nutrition coaching. James has been lucky over the years to have represented Great Britain in countless world championships and two Paralympics games in Beijing and in London.

So, listen to Episode 08 of Rejuvenaging, to learn that the limits are only self-imposed or instilled by others, and you can overcome them, regardless of your age.

Questions I ask:

• At what age or what influences were there in your background that made you decide, "Hey, I'm going to do something that's really outstanding, that involves my body”? (03:22)
• What sports did you particularly emphasize in your competitive life? (06:19)
• What do you do specifically? What do you do on a daily basis in your job? (18:31)
• How do people find you if they're interested - as many should be - in following some of your advice and being part of your community? (23:45)
• In general, what kind of advice might you give to parents who want to raise a physically, as well as a mentally fit child? (27:05)

In this episode, you will learn:

• What a paralympic athlete is. (02:31)
• Some self-doubts that James had throughout his life. (08:41)
• James’s advice for older people who have been self-limiting for a big part of their life. (14:19)
• How online communication bridges communities together. (21:27)
• The challenge that James is about to launch and how can you join. (25:22)

Connect with James:

• Facebook Page
• Instagram
• Twitter
• The Mindset Athlete Podcast

Resources:

• Website: https://www.thementalhealthgym.com/
• Book: Rejuvenaging: The Art and Science of Growing Older with Enthusiasm
• Email: ron.kaiser@thementalhealthgym.com

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