'I like challenging myself': Why a group of people with disabilities are taking up CrossFit

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'I like challenging myself': Why a group of people with disabilities are taking up CrossFit
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“The focus is on what athletes can do, not what they can’t,” says a CrossFit athlete with a neurological condition that affects her balance.

“WORKING TOGETHER TO ADAPT THE MOVEMENT”

“Of course, safety is a big concern. With our adaptives we're always watching out for certain movements that may be deemed unsafe.” Delia Kang, who has been doing CrossFit for about four years, is visually impaired but she said she doesn't need any adaptations. “This person will have to be faster than me, so that they will have time to look after themselves and after me, and also, I won't be able to outrun this person,” the 50-year-old told CNA.

“After learning how to do a proper squat, I can now pick up things I’ve dropped on the floor with greater ease.”

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