Iron Man is a story about Rudy Garcia-Tolson. You may have never heard his name. But learn a little more about him and he could be an inspiration to you.
What began as just a child’s love for swimming became a passion that led a man facing significant obstacles to become an athlete at a level beyond his wildest dreams. Rudy became a four-time Paraolympian and Triathalon finisher because, like another Rudy of Notre Dame football fame, he never gave up.
Yes, swimming is a valuable life skill: one that every person should acquire at a young age. But swimming can also be much more. It can be an activity that levels the playing field for those with challenges and allows them to compete – and excel. It helps participants build self-esteem and develop self-worth – when perhaps they’ve not been able to do this in their other activities.
Enjoy the article by Jenna D. Sampson published by Aquatics International. Be sure to watch the accompanying slide show.
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