In this inspiring episode of the Wild Heart Athletics Podcast, host Ben Kanzigg sits down with Kevin Bolusi, a determined athlete from Montreal, Canada. Kevin shares his incredible journey from surviving a life-changing electrical accident that led to the amputation of his left leg to becoming a successful para climber. Listen in as Kevin discusses his path to recovery, the challenges he faced during rehabilitation, and how he found a new passion in climbing. He also dives into his academic journey in aerospace engineering, the supportive work environment that allows him to pursue his climbing dreams, and the tight-knit, welcoming community within the climbing world. This episode is a testament to resilience, determination, and finding purpose through adversity.

Kevin Bolusi: https://www.instagram.com/kevin_bolusi

Key Points:

• Introduction to Kevin Bolusi and his background.
• Kevin’s electrical accident and the resulting injuries, including the amputation of his left leg.
• The rehabilitation process and the challenges of regaining mobility.
• How Kevin discovered climbing and got involved in the para climbing community.
• His journey in aerospace engineering and balancing his professional and climbing aspirations.
• The importance of a supportive work environment and community in achieving goals.
• Kevin’s experiences at various para climbing competitions, including the World Cup events.

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