In Part 2 of The Making of a Paralympian, Jarryd Wallace picks up where his story left off—walking just six weeks after losing his leg and running again only months later. What followed was nothing short of remarkable: a meteoric rise through the Paralympic ranks, world records, and life-changing moments on and off the track.But the story wasn’t always gold medals and podiums. Jarryd shares:His first taste of international victory—and what it taught him about potentialThe heartbreak of tripping on the world stage, and the surprising perspective it gave himRio 2016’s crushing disappointment after being a favorite for gold—and the spiritual reset that followedThe bittersweet triumph of finally medaling in Tokyo... in an empty stadiumAnd his bold switch to the long jump at age 31, which led to a bronze medal in Paris with his family cheering in the standsJarryd’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, purpose, and peace. He also discusses his current mission: advocating for legislation that gives prosthetic users access to the equipment they need to thrive.💬 “I don’t want to be remembered for medals—I want to be remembered for impact.”🎧 Tune in for a story that will challenge your view of success—and inspire you to find deeper purpose in your own journey.Learn more at www.jackwwilliams.com/podcast

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