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CELEBRATE OUR VETERAN PARALYMPIANS Jaco Van Gass – Cycling Greg Stevenson – Para rower Stu Robinson – Wheelchair rugby Luke Pollard – Para-Triathlon 😮 If you’re anything like me, you’ll have been glued to the TV marvelling at the extraordinary feats these human beings have achieved. The strength through adversity is quite remarkable. 🏆 The impact of the Invictus Games, founded by Prince Harry in 2014, have played a pivotal role in highlighting the potential of wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women. This international adaptive multi-sport event has become a powerful platform for veterans to rediscover their strength and purpose through sports. The success of the Invictus Games has not only raised awareness of the challenges faced by veterans but also inspired many to pursue Paralympic careers. 🥇The contributions of British veteran Paralympians extend beyond their medal counts. They serve as role models for resilience, showing that it is possible to overcome even the most significant obstacles. Their stories inspire not just fellow veterans, but also the broader public, reminding us all of the power of determination and the importance of supporting those who have served our country. 🥇The success of these athletes has helped to shift perceptions around disability and capability. By excelling in their sports, veteran Paralympians challenge stereotypes and demonstrate that physical limitations do not define one's potential. Their achievements in the Paralympic Games highlight the importance of inclusivity in all areas of life, from sports to the workplace. 👏 It makes me proud to be British watching these athletes perform. #Veterans #Military # armedforces # army # royalnavy # royalairforce

Congrats Tatjana Smith and Alan Hatherly on bringing in our first 2 medals for South Africa at the Olympics 2024. You’ve made us proud. As the saying goes, "The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary." 🏅 **From Olympic Gold to Corporate Success: The Power of Dedication and Hard Work** 🏅 Achieving an Olympic medal is the pinnacle of dedication and hard work. It requires relentless effort, unwavering focus, and a commitment to excellence that transcends boundaries. As we witness the incredible feats of athletes on the world stage, we are reminded of the parallels between their journey and the pursuit of success in the corporate world. In both arenas, success is not simply handed out—it is earned through perseverance and tenacity. Athletes devote countless hours to training, pushing their limits, and overcoming obstacles to reach their goals. Similarly, in the corporate world, individuals who demonstrate a strong work ethic, resilience, and a willingness to go the extra mile often stand out and achieve remarkable success. Just as athletes strive for perfection in their sport, professionals in the business world must constantly seek ways to improve, innovate, and excel in their respective fields. The qualities that set Olympic medalists apart—discipline, determination, and a never-give-up attitude—are the same traits that drive individuals to achieve greatness in their careers. So, whether you're chasing Olympic glory or climbing the corporate ladder, remember that success is not a destination but a journey. Embrace challenges, stay committed to your goals, and let your dedication and hard work propel you forward. Here's to striving for excellence in all that we do! 🌟 #OlympicMindset #Dedication #HardWork #Success #CorporateWorld #Perseverance #Excellence

Feeling so inspired by Evan Wilkerson, one of our amazing K12 students! It's incredible to see our students achieving such extraordinary goals. Go, Evan! 🏊🌟 #K12 #STRIDE #students #k12students #2024 #Paralympic #2024paralympicgames #paralympicgames #Northcarolinavirtualacademy #2023ParapanAmericanGames #silvermedal #paralympics #virtualacademy #visuallyimpaied #swimmer #swimmertraining 

Feeling so inspired by Evan Wilkerson, one of our amazing K12 students! It's incredible to see our students achieving such extraordinary goals. Go, Evan! 🏊🌟 #K12 #STRIDE #students #k12students #2024 #Paralympic #2024paralympicgames #paralympicgames #Northcarolinavirtualacademy #2023ParapanAmericanGames #silvermedal #paralympics #virtualacademy #visuallyimpaied #swimmer #swimmertraining

Feeling so inspired by Evan Wilkerson, one of our amazing K12 students! It's incredible to see our students achieving such extraordinary goals. Go, Evan! 🏊🌟 #K12 #STRIDE #students #k12students #2024 #Paralympic #2024paralympicgames #paralympicgames #Northcarolinavirtualacademy #2023ParapanAmericanGames #silvermedal #paralympics #virtualacademy  #visuallyimpaied #swimmer #swimmertraining

"Often athletes are at the bottom of most power imbalances within sport," says two-time Olympic bronze medallist Bronwen Knox OLY. She is using her position in our Athlete Advisory Group to bring athletes to the forefront of decision making. The AAG, which features Olympians, Paralympians and representatives from professional sporting codes, works with us to help us understand the integrity threats within sports. Meet our AAG ▶ https://lnkd.in/gqnRGjWV #ProtectingSportTogether #AAG

Athletes need to feel supported and protected when speaking up. This requires systems change, a cultural change in the daily training environment so that they can feel safe and supported to speak. But in addition, to get to this place we need to support and educate our coaches to know how to create these health promoting and safe environments for their athletes. We also need to equip coaches with the skills, capabilities and confidence to speak up when they are unsure or need further guidance when managing athlete health and wellbeing issues in sport. I do not believe bad behavior is ever acceptable - but I know for the most, our coaches want to do the right thing but are just not equipped with the necessary understanding, knowledge, skills and capabilities. 2024; a cultural revolution in sport.

Károly Takács, the famous pistol shooter of Hungarian Army was determined to win gold medal in Olympics. In 1936 he was banned to participate because only commissioned officers were allowed. He didn’t give up but tried to learn different shooting skills in army. This prohibition was lifted in Hungary after the Berlin Games & Karoly had expectations of success at the 1940 Olympics. In 1938, when a grenade exploded, he lost his right hand. The passion didn’t die. With the determination of winning, he started practicing with the left hand. He practiced in secret, surprising his countrymen when he won the Hungarian national pistol shooting championship in 1939. But the goal to win Olympic was yet to be fulfilled . He was struggling for Olympics. But Olympic scheduled for 1940 got cancelled for world war. Still he didn't give up. The 1944 Olympics again got cancelled due to the World War 2 . He didn’t give up. He surprised the world by winning gold medal at 1948 Olympics. The success story didn't end here. Again in 1952 Olympics he own the gold medal. Many people give up or change the goal of life when they fail. Changing goal or leaving goal, you can not pursue your vision. Change your strategy to achieve the Goal when it’s difficult. Success is not blocked by failure. Success is next to failure. Pandemic created lots of huddles in life, but success is not blocked. You can achieve your goal better with the learning from failure. Failure is the pillar of success. hashtag #successisnexttofailure #success #changestrategytopursuegoal #bouncebacktoachievegoal

1984 Olympic 2x Bronze medalist (200 & 4x100m) Thomas Jefferson and I had a friendly debate. Which US Olympic team had the most medals 1984 or 2016? This answer is a little complicated. We called our in-house track and field statition and historian Duffy Mahoney for this answer. He said 1984 won 40 medals but they put an astrik by it because Russia boycotted the 1984 Olympic Games. 2016 the U.S. competed against Russia and the rest of the world and we won 32 medals. Technically 1984 has the most but they didn’t compete against the whole world. Do you think the 1984 Olympic team won this debate or do you think 2016 Olympic Team won? #ShotDiva #TeamUSA #History #Olympians

With the Paralympics drawing to a close, it's fascinating to note the contrasting success of top-performing nations. In the Olympics, USA & China led the medal charts (126/91) while Team GB secured an honorable 65 medals. In the ongoing Paralympics, China & Team GB are on track for a similar medal haul as the Olympics (87/54). However, the USA's current medal count is 42, just a third of their Olympic total. This raises questions about their focus and efforts in the Paralympics as a nation. At Anglia Research, we understand the importance of allocating efforts across all areas. We prioritize equal care and consideration in our work, avoiding a singular focus on flagship cases and revenue streams. #Paralympics #TeamGB #AngliaResearch