Putting the 'able' in disabled - Aspen Times

Better Together: Bahamian Triathlete Barbara Ann Bernard Powers Cousin's ...



Better Together: Bahamian Triathlete Barbara Ann Bernard Powers Cousin's ...
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An IRONMAN competitor and the 2012 IRONMAN Executive Challenge Women's Athlete of the Year, Bernard swims the 2.4 miles pulling her cousin in an inflatable boat, cycles 112 miles with Charles in tow on a recumbent bicycle and runs the final 26.2 ...

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Despite disability, local woman hopes to compete at Hawaii's Kona Ironman



Despite disability, local woman hopes to compete at Hawaii's Kona Ironman
Aspen Daily News
During the swimming portions of the race, Bernard pulled Charles using a scuba belt and inflatable raft. For the cycling portion, Charles pedaled along behind Bernard on an attached recumbent bike. And during the running section of the race, the bike ...




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Putting the 'able' in disabled
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In running mode, Bernard again is the engine, but Charles must steer the three-wheeled wheelchair. And when that wheelchair is converted to a two-wheeled recumbent bike trailer, Charles assists by pedaling. â??Win can (pedal), and it is very helpful when ...

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The Iron Will to Win, Triathlete Cousins Win Charles, Barbara Ann Bernard Are ... - P



The Iron Will to Win, Triathlete Cousins Win Charles, Barbara Ann Bernard Are ...
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Consider that Bernard swims the 2.4 miles pulling her cousin in an inflatable boat, cycles 112 miles with Charles in tow on a recumbent bicycle and runs the final 26.2 miles pushing her in a special wheelchair, and the 'team' aspect of their endeavor ...

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Your Vote Could Help Duo Compete In Ironman - Bahamas Tribune



Your Vote Could Help Duo Compete In Ironman
Bahamas Tribune
“The bike is the hardest part, because Win’s bike is 100 pounds and Win is a little more than 100 pounds, so with her in it, I am peddling about twice my body weight,” Barbara Ann said.

But already the project has given Win life-changing confidence and independence, inspired numerous “handi-capable” children and raised awareness for cerebral palsy.

“As a family, we have already won,” Barbara Ann said.

“Win has become so passionate about triathlon that all she wants to do is workout, ride her bike. And last Friday, she actually walked across the hall independently. She has not walked since a failed surgery five years ago. Additionally, when I race with Win, everyone on the course tells her that she inspires them and I wholeheartedly believe this is the beginning of her career as an inspirational speaker and spokesperson for other disabled people. Lastly, the response from the public has been overwhelmingly positive and supportive. A few companies, and locally here in Nassau, KPMG, have asked to sponsor Team weWin. We have accepted, and 100 per cent of those funds are being sent to the Challenged Athletes Foundation to enable several other ‘handi-capable’ teams to participate in sport.”...




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