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May 2, 2013

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"In January of 2006, admittedly at the lowest point of his life, Scott found himself at the magazine rack of a bookstore, where he read about the Hawaiian Ironman, one of the most grueling and well-known triathlons on the planet. As fate would have it, the next magazine he picked up featured the story of a US veteran who was missing a leg but competing in triathlons regardless.Despite never having run on his legs, not having enough money for a bike, and not knowing how to swim, Scott determined to enter and finish the 2007 Hawaiian Ironman World Championships. Twenty months later, he became the first double amputee to ever finish the prestigious race, and his story was highlighted on NBC's coverage of the event. Since then, he's finished another Hawaiian Ironman, written a book, and dedicated his life to sharing what he calls his "Unthinkable" story."Read this full inspirational interview hereStrength: 5XME Tempo Chin-ups (AFAP ascent, 3 seconds down, pause 1, quick up for next rep)WOD: 20 Wall Balls 20/14#40 slam balls20 Wall Balls 20/14#40 Box Jumps 24/20″20 Wall Balls 20/14#40 Ring Dips20 Wall Balls 20/14#40 KBS 24/16kg20 Wall Balls 20/14#40 tuck jumps

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