Podcasts about Lex Gillette

In this episode of the On Adventure Podcast, I sit down with Joe Gray, an exceptional athlete who turned challenges into triumphs. Joe shares his journey from growing up in Nashville, Tennessee, and attending the Tennessee School for the Blind to becoming a world-class athlete. With the support of dedicated mentors and his unwavering determination, Joe excelled in wrestling and track and field, eventually competing at the Paralympics. His story is a powerful testament to resilience, mentorship, and the pursuit of dreams. Timeline Summary: [00:00] - Introduction to Joe Gray and his inspiring journey. [00:01] - Joe's early life in Nashville and attending the Tennessee School for the Blind. [00:04] - Coping with visual impairment and developing an adventurous spirit. [00:10] - Transition to high school sports and excelling in wrestling and track. [00:16] - Competing in the Youth World Championships and facing international competition. [00:25] - Setting a world record in the 4x100m relay and the realization of his potential. [00:32] - Challenges of training and maintaining top performance while seeking sponsorships. [00:39] - Transitioning from athlete to coach and starting Sight School with Lex Gillette. [00:52] - Organizing ski trips for visually impaired students and the impact on their lives. Links & Resources: Joe Gray's Instagram: @Bornfly86 Joe Gray's Facebook: Joe Gray Sight School: Sight School Official Website Challenge Aspen: Challenge Aspen Website Closing Remark: If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, follow, and review the On Adventure Podcast. Share it with friends and family who might find Joe's story as inspiring as we did. Join us next time for more incredible journeys and motivational tales!

My good buddy, Lex Gillette, joins us this week. Lex is a remarkable individual who embodies qualities of resilience and unwavering joy. He is a blind Paralympic athlete who is sprinting towards his dreams, having secured a spot on Team USA in the 2024 Paris Paralympics. We jump into talking about his recent memoir "No Need For Sight When You Have A Vision: What Blindness Can Teach Us About Risk Leadership." that reveals his path of triumph over obstacles without eyesight, being a five-time Paralympic medalist to a successful entrepreneur. Tune in for stories of personal growth, self-belief and learning to embrace your unique journey. Lex's Book: lexgillette.com/shop Follow Bob: @bobgoff Follow Lex: @lexgillette

My good buddy, Lex Gillette, joins us this week. Lex is a remarkable individual who embodies qualities of resilience and unwavering joy. He is a blind Paralympic athlete who is sprinting towards his dreams, having secured a spot on Team USA in the 2024 Paris Paralympics. We jump into talking about his recent memoir "No Need For Sight When You Have A Vision: What Blindness Can Teach Us About Risk And Leadership." that reveals his path of triumph over obstacles without eyesight, being a five-time Paralympic medalist to a successful entrepreneur. Tune in for stories of personal growth, self-belief and learning to embrace your unique journey. Lex's Book: lexgillette.com/shop Follow Bob: @bobgoff Follow Lex: @lexgillette

Episode 092 | Lex Gillette returns to the podcast! In this episode, Lex talks to Lance about his new book "No Need For Sight When You Have Vision: What Blindness Can Teach Us About Risk and Leadership", what it's like to be the best totally blind long and triple jumper in the history of the U.S. Paralympic movement, his current training and expectations for the upcoming 2024 Paralympic games in Paris, and Lex shares his reasons for being both an author and a motivational speaker! SEE-THROUGH is hosted by Lance Johnson. Based in New York City, Lance is a professional video editor living with the rare degenerative eye disease - Retinitis Pigmentosa or "RP” for short. In most cases, RP causes legal-blindness by the age of 40. Now at the age of 33, Lance uses SEE-THROUGH as his platform to explore his inevitable future of blindness.  ------------------------- SUPPORT SEE-THROUGH: Merch: https://seethroughpod.com/merch ------------------------- LEX GILLETTE LINKS: Lex's New Book: https://www.lexgillette.com/shop Website: https://www.lexgillette.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexgillette ------------------------- SEE-THROUGH LINKS: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3JRSPEO Instagram: https://instagram.com/seethroughpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seethroughpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/seethroughpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seethroughpod Website: https://www.seethroughpod.com/  

  Lex Gillette is this week's inspiring Mini-Pod episode guest. Lex is the best totally blind long and triple jumper in the history of the U.S. Paralympic movement. A 5x Paralympian and a recipient of 5 Paralympic medals, Lex is not only a remarkable athlete but also the author of the empowering book "No Need For Sight When You Have A Vision: What blindness can teach us about risk and leadership." In this captivating literary work, Lex shares his journey of seeing beyond reality, facing challenges, and surpassing expectations, offering invaluable insights into risk-taking, determination, and leadership. Join us as we explore his extraordinary story and uncover the boundless power of vision and resilience that has made Lex Gillette an inspiring role model for people worldwide. And as always, thank you for your support.   Lex Gillette www.lexgillette.com Instagram: @lexgillette Facebook: @lexgillette Twitter: @lexgillette Tim Loves the Olympics Instagram: @tltopodcast Twitter: @tltopodcast Facebook: @tltopodcast

So often we are encouraged to avoid the things that scare us and to avoid potential obstacles within our competitive endeavors. But, what if there was a positive spin we could put on both fear and obstacles that enhances your career and pursuit of optimal performance?On this episode we welcome back the great Lex Gillette, a 5x Paralympian for Team USA who has build both a highly successful athletic and speaking career on the very belief that there is "no need for sight when you have a vision".Lex previously joined the podcast back in 2020 and has since then competed in his 5th Paralympic Games and written his debut book (grab a copy here).Within our discussion, Lex offers key insights on chasing your dreams and overcoming adversity which includeWhy fear can help you break out of your comfort zoneHow vulnerability can help in the assessment of problemsWhy obstacles can be seen as landmarks to reach and passThe importance of trying new things repeatedly to continue growingYou can learn much more about Lex, his story and his offerings by heading to https://www.lexgillette.com/Sign up for the monthly newsletter with Steve and Career Competitor by providing your details here - Request to become part of our communityAlso be sure to give him and the show a follow on Instagram @career_competitor

This week on the podcast, journey into the world of Paralympics in Part 2 of the U.S. Paralympics Track & Field National Championships Presented by Toyota. Broadcasting from the prestigious Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center in Chula Vista, CA. Thanks to Kristen Gowdy and the exceptional staff at USOPC for facilitating this remarkable opportunity to bring you the stories of these incredible Paralympians. Whether you're a long-time enthusiast of the Paralympics or new to the concept of adaptive sports, this episode serves as a crash course in understanding the intricacies and brilliance of the Paralympic Games. This episode has appearances from some of the United States' finest and most promising Paralympic stars, including Cody Jones, Lex Gillette, Daniel Romanchuk, Susan Scaroni, Brittni Mason, Nick Mayhugh, Tatyana McFadden, and a very special supersize guest, If you're enjoying the podcast, we kindly ask you to show your support by leaving a review. Your feedback helps us grow and reach a wider audience, spreading the love for the Paralympics. And as always, thank you for your support.   The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee www.teamusa.org/Team-USA-Athlete-Services/Paralympic-Sport-Development Cody Jones Instagram - @codymichaelusa   Lex Gillette Instagram - @lexgillette   Daniel Romanchuk Instagram - @daniel.romanchuk   Susan Scaroni Instagram - @suscaroni       4x100m Universal Relay | Final | Athletics | Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSwAl64kC2U&t=151s   Brittni Mason Instagram - @_brittnnii     Nick Mayhugh Instagram - @nickmayhugh     Tatyana McFadden Instagram - @tatyanamcfaddenusa     Tim Loves the Olympics Instagram - @tltopodcast Twitter - @tltopodcast Facebook -@tltopodcast

Lex Gillette is a globally recognized Paralympian who competes primarily in the long jump. He's a five-time Paralympic medalist, four-time world champion, and the current world record holder in the long jump with a leap of 22 feet 1 inch. Robbed of his sight during childhood, Lex Gillette, with the aid of his mother, was determined not to fall victim to a world consumed by darkness. His athletic talents have been featured by ESPN, Sports Illustrated, USA Today Sports, and People Magazine. He is a 2015 inductee in the ADN Hall of Fame. As a keynote speaker, Lex's message is There is no need for sight when you have a vision®. He empowers his audiences to see more than just the physical world in front of them. Prepare to be inspired and motivated, to learn who you really are, and how to become the person you desire to be. It's what Lex does. He ... Teaches ... People ... To ... See. To learn more about Lex, you can follow him on Linkedin: ⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexgillette/ or on his website: https://lexgillette.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Being a guide takes great attention to detail. You always have to be looking out for any obstacle coming from any direction. Jerome Avery does that on an Olympic level, literally. Jerome is a guide for the Paralympic USA team and has worked with Lex Gillette, David Brown, and other world-class athletes. Enjoy this amazing episode. jeromeavery.com www.aincolorado.org penn@aincolorado.org

When you get the opportunity to have a world record holder and an Olympian on the show, you take it. Lex Gillette is just that. He has done so many wonderful things and has overcome a lot in order to get to the Olympic Podium. As a kid, launching himself off the front porch onto the grassy slope gave way to launching himself off a runway and into a sandpit. Penn and Lex enjoy a heartfelt conversation about being blind and addressing some of the things that have shaped his life. To learn more about Lex and his journey, visit www.lexgillette.com. www.aincolorado.org/resources www.aincolorado.org/podcast-guest/

Today, I share the lesson I learned from working with Lex Gillette, a visually impaired sprinter, and long jumper.  Lex has a tremendous amount of trust in the people he works with and I wanted to share that same experience with my team at Sports Performance.  We recently joined Lex and Jerome Avery for a lesson on guide running, but more importantly, the importance of clear communication. In this episode, I share five things I learned and will continue to implement with mentoring sports PTs moving forward. If you want to make sure you're maximizing your potential as a sports PT, you need to tune into this episode. Enjoy! _____________________________________ Are you a physical therapist or physiotherapist looking for tips, tools, and strategies to work with more athletes, become a sports specialist or get a job in a sports setting...so you can finally enjoy the career that you've always dreamed of? If so, you're in the right place...this podcast is for you. Your host is Dr. Chris Garcia, a physical therapist, business owner, entrepreneur, nationally recognized public speaker, and residency-trained sports specialist.  Dr. Chris Garcia, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS, USAW has worked in professional sports and traveled around the world working with elite athletes throughout his career, and he's learned a lot of lessons along the way. He created this podcast to share his experiences and give you everything you need to know to help YOU become a successful clinician. Dr. Chris Garcia talks about everything from sports rehab and injury prevention to developing athletic performance and the path to getting your dream job...even if it is in professional sports. If you want to become a successful clinician so you can finally enjoy the career you've always dreamed of, visit www.DrChrisGarcia.com. LINKS: www.DrChrisGarcia.com www.Instagram.com/ChrisGarciaDPT www.Facebook.com/ChrisGarciaDPT ***DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice or medical recommendations, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment, or beginning any exercises or activity in this content. Chris Garcia Academy, Inc. and The Sports PT Academy Podcast are not responsible for any harm caused by the use of this content.***

In today's Soul Curriculum episode, Rohan talks with the Paralympian and current world record holder in the long jump Lex Gillette. Lex shares his insights into how music allowed him to define himself on his own terms, and elaborates on his mantra: "No need for sight when you have a vision." Join Rohan for a deeper conversation with the extraordinary Lex Gillette about how to lead ourselves out of our comfort zones and soar. Listen to Lex Gillette's full episode of Meditative Story, "To be seen on my own terms": https://listen.meditativestory.com/LexGilette_Sept1Find Lex's song, On the Stage, which is featured in this episode, here: https://music.apple.com/us/album/on-the-stage-single/520218668Each episode of Meditative Story combines the emotional pull of first-person storytelling with immersive music and gentle mindfulness prompts. Sign up for the Meditative Story weekly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gyDGgDSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lex is the best totally blind long and triple jumper in the history of the U.S. Paralympic movement. He is the current world record holder in the long jump, a five-time Paralympic medalist, a four-time long jump world champion, and an 18-time national champion. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careersfortheblind/message

Lex Gillette is a 5-time medalist at the Paralympic Games, and a world record holder in the long jump, but he's more than that too. As he learns to navigate the world after losing his sight, he's worried about being left out and overlooked — or, just as bad, being seen only in terms of his disability and his athletic gifts. Lex shares the story of how he began to forge his identity on his own terms, creating a spotlight that he steps into with his entire being.Listen to Cal Ripken Jr.'s episode of Meditative Story, "Showing up is never an end in itself": http://listen.meditativestory.com/CalRipkenJrWWLearn more about Lex: https://www.lexgillette.comFollow him on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lexgilletteFollow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexgillette/Each episode of Meditative Story combines the emotional pull of first-person storytelling with immersive music and gentle mindfulness prompts. Read the transcript for this story at: www.meditativestory.comSign up for the Meditative Story newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gyDGgDSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode, John sits down with five-time Paralympic medalist, Lex Gillette! Hear from Lex himself about his experience with sudden blindness at a young age and how he overcame this to get where he is today. Keep up with Lex:https://lexgillette.com/Thanks to our episode sponsor, Roka! Use code "SLB" for 20% off your purchase at Roka.https://www.roka.com/

In this episode, we talk with Lex Gillette, the blind long jump Paralympic champion who has won 22 gold medals since 2002 and the guy behind the motto "No Need For Sight When You Have A Vision." If you enjoy, please consider subscribing! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

With all that is going on in this world, I figured I'd take this opportunity to do something a little different with this month's entry. Many years ago, I wrote a short song that I felt was very powerful, and still feel it's powerful. I can remember sitting inside of my room at the Olympic Training Center as the words flooded my mind. The beauty of creating songs is that when you have something good, you absolutely know it! And I felt that this was a good one. Even more, I feel it is important to share at this very moment in life. I'm not going to guide your thinking with an in-depth entry this month. I want you to listen to the lyrics and take the time to look inside of your mind…that's where the luxury lies. This original story is found in 'The Waves Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: www.awarenowmagazine.com Written & Performed by: Lex Gillette Music by: Lex Gillette Produced by: Awareness Ties

At the age of 8, Lex Gillette received devastating news: he was going blind. Over the course of a few months, he lost all of his sight – but not his vision. Thanks to the support of his mother and grandmother, he not only defied expectations, but surpassed them. The athlete, author and motivational speaker discusses his path to becoming one of the world's most decorated Paralympians, and shares his powerful message for how everyone can soar to great heights.

At the age of eight, Paralympic Track and Field Athlete for Team USA, Lex Gillette, lost his eyesight, but that didn't stop him from finding his vision. In this episode, the second of a two-part series, Lex talks with host, Gene Marks, about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), the conscious and unconscious biases that exist in business, and how we can overcome those to create a more diverse workforce. Topics include: 00:19 – Who is Lex Gillette? 02:32 – Diversity and taking off the blindfolds 04:16 – Conscious and unconscious biases in business 11:40 – The importance of having a diverse workforce 13:59 – Stepping into someone else's shoes 15:58 – Accommodations and diversity objectives Use our DEI Resource Center for insights on building an inclusive work environment. Visit www.paychex.com/worx/workplace-inclusion-and-diversity

At the age of eight, Paralympic Track and Field Athlete for Team USA, Lex Gillette, lost his eyesight, but that didn't stop him from finding his vision. In this episode, the first of a two-part series, Gene Marks, host of THRIVE, a Paychex Business Podcast, talks with Lex about overcoming obstacles, shifting your mindset, the importance of building a good support system around yourself, facing your fears, and much, much more. Topics include: 00:19 – An introduction to Lex Gillette 02:11 – Overcoming obstacles 05:31 – Facing barriers in life 09:51 – The importance of a support system 12:48 – Facing your fears 16:04 – How vision can help you see DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Lex Gillette is a 5 time Paralympic silver medallist, 4 time world champion and current world record holder in the F11 class for Long Jump. He has been completely vision impaired since the age of 9. Lex talks about his training, his diet, and how he uses artificial intelligence and smart phones to help him navigate life.

This edWeb podcast is hosted by Classroom Champions and sponsored by ClassLink. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Mental health is a top-of-mind topic for many these days, especially during the pandemic. For both educators and students, there is an impetus to focus on social and emotional learning (SEL) and to normalize conversations about mental health by talking candidly about how to ride the ups and downs of daily life. As the 2022 Paralympic Winter Games kick off, we are excited to hear from silver-medal Paralympian, Lex Gillette, as he shares his strategies for persevering through such highs and lows. Lex has embraced the daily pressures that come with being an elite track and field athlete, all while reaching for his goals with the added challenge of being totally blind. Lex is an inspiring speaker, who is known for motivating others far beyond the track with his mantra of “No Need for Sight When You Have a Vision®.” Listen to this edWeb podcast to hear how Lex continues to break records in order to find inspiration to apply to your daily classroom instruction and own personal well-being. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 and higher education teachers, librarians, counselors, and school and district leaders.Classroom Champions Classroom Champions partners athletes with schools with an SEL curriculum and mentorship experience.ClassLink ClassLink's mission is to remove barriers between students and impactful education content.

An interesting and inspiring conversation with 5x Paralympic medalist and world record holder, Lex Gillette.

Imagine yourself in the center of a stadium filled with screaming sports fans who are there to watch you try to set a new world record for the long jump. Your heart is thumping and it's nearly impossible to hear. You accelerate in sixteen steps down the runway and on the final step you leap as far as you can into the pit of sand that awaits.This is the experience of Lex Gillette, a multiple-time world record holder and Olympic medalist in the Paralympics who achieves all he does without being able to see. He achieves these feats because he has Wesley Williams by his side to direct, encourage and guide him every step of the way. We spent our hour hearing from this dynamic duo, not only hearing how they have set records and won medals, but how they have achieved athletic symbiosis through collaboration, friendship, openness and trust. 

Classic Interview where Lex walks us through his journey as a blind man, olympian and culture change agent. This podcast changed my perspective on vision forever. Find Lex Here: Web: https://lexgillette.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexgillette/

Lex Gillette, five-time Paralympian and 2020 Tokyo silver medalist in long jump, shares his experience from a young boy with sudden vision loss to world-class athlete. Lex gives an overview of his training, the importance of having the right mindset, and how anybody with a vision can do more than most dream is possible.

Lex Gillette grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina, and lost his sight at the age of eight. He's an elite track athlete, has competed in five Paralympic games, and is a four-time silver medalist. He has also competed in multiple world championships, winning nine medals – four gold, two silver, and three bronze. He is the only totally blind athlete to eclipse the 22-foot barrier in the long jump. He is a singer-songwriter, a motivational speaker, and an athlete mentor for Classroom Champions. You can follow Lex's journey at these social media handles;@Lexgillette - Twitter and InstagramLex Gillette - Facebookand Lexgillette.comSports Saved My Life is produced by Angel City SportsClayton Frech is the Executive ProducerDave Pantano is the Producer and EditorMackenzie Soldan is in charge of MarketingTony Memmel wrote and performed the theme songAbout Angel City SportsAngel City Sports provides free, year-round adaptive sport clinics, equipment, and competitive opportunities for kids, adults, and veterans with physical disabilities or visual impairments. Angel City Sports' flagship event, the annual Angel City Games presented by The Hartford, debuted in 2015 and is now the largest multi-sport Paralympic competition in the U.S. for kids, adults, and veterans. Participants include, but are not limited to, individuals with limb differences and amputation, spinal cord injury, quadriplegia, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, blindness or visual impairment, traumatic brain injury, stroke, muscular dystrophy, and dwarfism or short stature. Ultimately, Angel City Sports is working to create a community and sense of belonging for people with physical disabilities, supporting them to reach their full potential and unlock their dreams through its programming in sport, the arts, health and wellness, higher education, career opportunities, and personal development. To learn more, please visit http://www.angelcitysports.org and follow @angelcitysports on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Linked-in, and YouTube. 

Lex Gillette is the current world record holder in the long jump, a four-time Paralympic medalist, a three-time long jump world champion, and an 18-time national champion. He is the only totally blind athlete to ever eclipse the 22-foot barrier in the long jump. Lex won his first Paralympic silver medal in the long jump at the 2004 Paralympics in Athens. He was 19. Now, he is in Tokyo, planning to medal at his fifth consecutive Paralympic Games with his mantra “No Need for Sight When You Have a Vision®”.

Lex Gillette was seven years old when his eyes stopped working. At first, things were a little blurry, a little distorted. Then, after 10 operations to treat the retinas that kept detaching in both his right and his left, he saw nothing but darkness. But that did not stop him: Lex learned to ride a bike. He learned to run around. And eventually, he learned to to jump - jump farther than any other blind person in the world. Lex Gillette - world record long jumper, four time Paralympic medal winner - is on his way to Tokyo in 2021 to get the gold medal he has wanted since he was a child. The other half of the Lex Gillette Paralympic success story is his guide coach, Wesley Williams.

Having lost his sight as a child, Lex Gillette discovered new purpose in his life when he took up athletics. A talented runner, Lex is also a multiple Paralympic long jump medallist, and an advocate for blind people in all areas of life. And whilst he knows a thing or two about winning - he's a triple IPC World Champion - his four consecutive silvers in the long jump at the Paralympics mean he might be the greatest athlete in Games history never to have won gold.

Our last guest for Olympic Dreams: San Diego to Tokyo is the ultimate tale of perseverance. Lex Gillette is a blind paralympic long jumper whose also a motivational speaker. Lex has attended four Paralympics and has four silver medals. He's also a world record holder. Despite the accolades, Lex truly wants to spread his message of hope and achieving your goals through his trademarked tagline: “There's no need for sight, when you have a vision.”For a full list of profiled local athletes on our website, click here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sight reveals our current reality and vision allows us to see past our reality. It will take time, but let's make an honest effort to suffocate the systems created to marginalize people of color, and let's eradicate the evil that is currently seen by eyes everywhere. Things look blurry and bleak at the moment, but if we operate on the problem specifically that is ruining our mind's eye, things will eventually change, and a new vision will emerge. A vision where our thoughts, actions and behaviors are guided by a genuine love that resides in the hearts and minds of us all. Featured in: ‘The United Edition' of AwareNow Magazine Topic: Disability, Racism, Humanity, Diversity, Equality Produced by: Awareness Ties Written and Narrated by: Lex Gillette Podcast Soundtrack by: Thavius Beck Episode Soundtrack by: Sol Rising

Blind Long Jump World Recorder Holder Lex Gillette's motto is, “No need for sight when you have vision.” I think that says it all. We'll even talk about the time he missed the pit. Join us to hear his vision.

We have the honor of hearing from Paralympic medallist & World Champion Long Jumper, Lex Gillette on this episode as he inspires us to implement the very approaches that have led him to where he is today. Overcoming a truly life-altering time in his life as a child, Lex is a product of investing time and energy into the growth & development of himself the person, before then applying his efforts towards a competitive career as he has been able to successfully do.  We learn about the power of a vision, one you believe in so much that the intentions to act happen without resistance. Furthermore, we hear the power that accepting failure can have on you as a competitor and the importance of not allowing adverse an unplanned moments to deter you from reaching your destination.  Head to lexgillette.com to learn more about Lex's story and of course feel free to leave us a rating and contact me directly at careercompetitorpodcast@gmail.com with any thoughts you have on the episode

Lex Gillette is a globally recognized Paralympic track and field athlete who competes for Team USA. Competing primarily in the long jump, Lex has acquired four Paralympic medals, three world champion titles, and 18 national championships. He is the current world record holder in the long jump for totally blind athletes with a leap of 22 ft 1 in, making him the only totally blind athlete on the planet to ever eclipse the 22 ft barrier in the event. His ultimate goal is to win gold for Team USA at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games.When he is not competing around the world, Lex is a motivational speaker who has presented to Fortune 500 corporations, pro sports teams, trade associations, and universities. He is constantly challenging his audiences to see past their current reality as there is more to life than what is in front of their eyes. Lex Gillette exemplifies the phrase, NO NEED FOR SIGHT WHEN YOU HAVE A VISION.®Connect with Lex:Instagram | @lexgilletteFacebookWebsiteConnect with Angelo & Alpha Hippie:Book a CallWebsiteInstagramFacebookFree Facebook GroupSubscribe to the Alpha Hippie Podcast:Apple PodcastsSpotifyIf you are called to support the podcast, please share the show with a friend!!! This is the best way to spread the message ❤️

Imagine you're 8 years old slowly losing your eyesight, while and many of your fellow 8-year friends could be seen riding bicycles, shooting baskets, or frolicking on nearby playgrounds. This podcast episode of On the BALL (Best Advice & Life Lessons) hosted by Srini Raghavan, features Lex Gillette. Lex is the best totally blind long and triple jumper in the history of the U.S. Paralympic movement. He is the current world record holder in long jump, a four-time Paralympic medalist, a three-time long jump world champion, and an 18-time national champion. He is an athlete, motivational speaker, and singer song writer. In this episode, he shares his his advice and lessons on courage in the face of extreme adversity, motivation, optimism, being black while blind and inspiring life lessons.   On the BALL is a podcast show where I focus on extracting best advice and lessons from world-class performers & leaders from various fields, by deconstructing and teasing out their routines, success habits, tactics, techniques, hacks, tricks, secrets and the best advice or life lesson they've ever received. If you enjoyed the podcast, please share with others & hit subscribe. @SriniRaghavan

Small acts of kindness scream some of the loudest messages. Hear from Lex Gillette as he shares a personal example of kindness in the form of handwritten appreciation. Featured in: 'The Heart Edition' of AwareNow Magazine Topic: Kindness, Integrity, Appreciation Produced by: Awareness Ties Written & Narrated by: Lex Gillette Podcast Soundtrack by: Thavius Beck Episode Soundtrack by: Sol Rising (Deep Healing)

We catch up with our favorite Blind Paralympian, Lex Gillette, who was our first #BlackVoicesMatter guest after George Floyd's murder.

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Lex Gillette is a blind Paralympics champion in the long jump category. He is the current world record holder in this field. He won the gold medal for long jump in the last Paralympics championship, which was in 2019 in Dubai. He's also a motivational speaker and a singer-songwriter. Lex talks with us about his life, motivation and passion for what he does. “No need for sight, when you have a vision”.

Lex Gillette joins Alex Burket on the Rise to the Challenge Podcast. As a blind Paralympic athlete, Lex shows people that you can overcome any obstacles and accomplish your goals. He shares the trust he has in his partner during events and the connection they have to have to be able to win. We talk about the future of his career and how much more he has left. Lex talks about so much more on the Rise to the Challenge Podcast.Check out more about Lex at the links below: Linkedin:Lex Gillette Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/lex1019Facebook: @LexGilletteTwitter: @LexGilletteInstagram: @lexgilletteLex Gillette's Book "Fly": https://lexgillette.com/store/

In this final episode for 2020 we go for the Gold with our special guest, Paralympian and Aira Explorer, Lex Gillette. Check out the many digital offerings at the US Olympic and Paralympic Museum and hear Lex’s story of what it’s really like to compete. 

Lex Gillette, 4x Paralympic Medalist and 4x World Champion for Team USA, talks about the blessings from his blindness and how his athletic journey taught him how to embrace adversity and be self-sufficient. Lex shares his most mentally tough moment when pursuing a World Championship. He also explains how running and jumping without seeing… becomes a whole new kind of trust. Keep your eye on this Paralympian next Summer where he will compete for the gold in the 2021 Paralympics. Links: www.lexgillette.com

Lex Gillette is a blind Paralympics champion in the long jump category. He started losing his sight aged seven and despite ten different surgeries at the age of eight doctors told him there was nothing they could do. At school his coach introduced him to long jump, which he excelled at, collecting medals at all levels. He is the current world record holder in this field. He won the gold medal for long jump in the last Paralympics championship, which was in 2019 in Dubai. He's also a motivational speaker and a singer-songwriter. Lex talked to Aleks about the challenge of adjusting to his circumstances at such a young age, the encouragement he received from his mother to maintain his independence, and about the process he uses to navigate the world and his chosen sport. He also talked about an inspirational pastor whose YouTube videos help him keep focus on his training and his writing.  Find out more about Lex: https://lexgillette.com/ Follow Lex on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LexGillette

Paralympic athlete, long jump silver medalist & world champion Lex Gillettte joins us to discuss his journey from going blind at 8 years old, to becoming a world champion & paralympic silver medalist in track & field.

Lex is the best totally blind long and triple jumper in the history of the U.S. Paralympic movement. He is the current world record holder in the long jump, a four-time Paralympic medalist, a three-time long jump world champion, and an 18-time national champion. He is the only totally blind athlete to ever eclipse the 22-foot barrier in the long jump. If you think that any of this came easy, you should think again. At the age of 19, Lex won his first Paralympic silver medal in the long jump. His achievements at the 2004 Paralympics in Athens, Greece were the culmination of years of hard work and training. Since that time, Lex has solidified himself as a tenacious competitor for Team USA. Lex now has his sights set on the 2020 Paralympic Games, and he is currently training and competing to make his fifth consecutive U.S. Paralympic team. There is one goal, and that is to win gold for the United States of America. As an athlete, motivational speaker, and singer song writer, Lex epitomizes the phrase “No Need for Sight When You Have a Vision®”. https://lexgillette.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexgillette/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/executiveathletes/support

Dan sits down with Paralympic Athlete and World Record Holder, Lex Gillette. They discuss Lex's journey as a blind athlete, breaking the world record in the long jump, facing fear, building resilience, the power of music and sports, and much more. 

Want to help us grow the show? Leave us a Rating and Review!“We're all put here on earth for a purpose. My purpose is to be someone else's eyes.” —Jerome AveryJerome has been able to “connect the dots” of how his life experiences prepared him for his purpose. Here he shares with Jon and Bryan all of the influences that impacted the path he’s on today. He passionately shares the inspiring stories of Paralympians who overcome daily life challenges that we take for granted. His vision for finding “selfless” elites to stand alongside these amazing athletes motivates his work.(2:54) Jerome’s early life, his introduction to track and field, and discovering the gift of speed…(8:52) What happens when you have supportive parents, a good work ethic, and natural talent…(11:09) “I have the slumdog millionaire life.” Jerome shares how his competitive experiences on the track prepared him to know what his runners needed to hear.(13:30) Looking back at influences… community college, Tommy Smith, and the Olympic dream.(16:44) Happy to be at the trials but not quite prepared mentally…(18:24) An invite to the Olympic training center changed everything.(20:14) “...in order for me to be a great guide runner, I had to have success through selflessness.”(22:58) An opportunity to go to Athens, Greece as a guide runner…(25:49) 50,000 pairs of eyes, a mistake, and a silver medal…(29:46) “Those journeys from me being an individual athlete kick in.”(31:47) Different classifications mean different challenges and techniques.(35:47) Some of the athletes Jerome has trained and the places he has run…(37:28) The goal of being a contract guide runner and matching guides with athletes from other countries…(39:18) Being in it for the right reasons…(43:36) How do Paralympians want to be seen and treated?(49:16) Paralympians versus Olympians, can they be compared?(51:35) How is Covid impacting training?(58:49) Training as usual…(59:08) The challenges of having enough guide runners… and Jerome’s foundation, “Guiding Lives.”(1:02:17) “You can't tell me that in the United States, there're only three or four vision-impaired athletes that are elite.” Jerome addresses the need for a growing awareness.(1:05:23) What does Go Be More mean to you?If you liked this episode, check out our interviews with Guide Runner Wesley Williams and founder of Angel City Sports Clayton Frech.And, you can now get these show notes sent directly to your email. Sign up here!Recorded September 23, 2020.References:2016 Rio Paralympic Games 100m Final - YouTube2017 London Para World Championships 100m Final - YouTubeGuest:Jerome Avery - InstagramHosts:Bryan Green - @sendaibry, Go Be More BlogJon Rankin - @chasejonrankin, Go Be MoreLinks:Go Be More websiteGo Be More YouTube ChannelFeedbackProduction and EditingCreatives Collective Marketing

Want to help us grow the show? Leave us a Rating and Review!We talk with Paralympic Guide Runner Wesley Williams about what it takes to do what he does, and how it’s influenced his mentality about life.Wesley's Background- Wesley’s childhood growing up in Visalia, California and how his family created the spark that got him into track and field- What led him to compete for Cal State Northridge- How Paralympian and hometown hero Jerome Avery opened the door for him to become a guide runner- How he modeled his approach after Jerome Avery and the importance of building a strong human connection with the athletes you train- His first impressions of the Paralympics and how those were quickly dispelled- How he eventually became partners with Lex Gillette, and what makes Lex uniqueHis Experience as a Paralympian - The role of a guide runner and some of the rules they need to adhere to- How a Paralympic 100m race actually works, and some of the strategies guide runners use to run seamlessly with their partners- How the Paralympic long jump works, and the “in and out” calling method he and Lex are known for- His experience in Rio where Lex couldn’t hear his guidance on four of his six jumps due to the crowd noise- Why he feels being a guide runner is what he was meant to do- Some of the challenges facing Paralympic athletes, from getting into competitions to preparing for life after competition to gaining and keeping corporate sponsorship- Why we need to think outside the box to create more and better opportunities for Paralympic athletes- What it feels like to stand on the medal stand at the Paralympic Games- How competing in the Paralympics and traveling the world changed his mentality, and fulfilled his athletic dreams in a way that his previous career hadn’tTraining for 2021 and His Future Plans- How difficult it is to train for 2021 due to the restrictions on what facilities can be used- His run-in with a wild bobcat while trying to do some hill work- Wesley’s memory of Jon first telling him about the idea for Go Be More, back in 2007- How it takes a village to raise a person and why he is creating a non-profit that aims to create those villages- And why for Wesley, Go Be More means to go be somebody you never thought you could becomeIf you liked this episode, check out our interviews with track and field stars Coby Miller and Von Ware.And, you can now get these show notes sent directly to your email. Sign up here!Recorded August 7, 2020.References:Lex Gillette Gold Medal Jump London World Championships - YouTubeLex Gillette Long Jump Crash - YouTube100m Semifinals Rio Paralympics - YouTubeThe Weight of Gold - HBOGuest:Wesley Williams - @wesley_williamzHosts:Bryan Green - @sendaibry, Go Be More BlogJon Rankin - @chasejonrankin, Go Be MoreLinks:Go Be More websiteGo Be More YouTube ChannelFeedbackSubscribe on your favorite player:Simplecast

Lex Gillette had the odds stacked against him, but he didn’t let anything stop him from achieving his goals. Lex joins us this week to tell his story of how he went blind as a young child but because he had a vision, he didn’t let his loss of sight stop him from FLYING.

Lex is the best totally blind long and triple jumper in the history of the U.S. Paralympic movement. He is the current world record holder in the long jump, a four-time Paralympic medalist, a three-time long jump world champion, and an 18-time national champion. He is the only totally blind athlete to ever eclipse the 22-foot barrier in the long jump. If you think that any of this came easy, you should think again. Many of his fellow eight-year-olds could be seen riding bicycles, shooting baskets, or frolicking on nearby playgrounds, but Lex was dealing with a far more challenging opponent. His sight began to slowly fade entirely due to recurrent retina detachments. Ten operations failed to stabilize what little sight he had left. After the final surgery, Lex's mother Verdina Gillette-Simms, had the difficult task of telling her son he would likely never see again. As painful as this was, she vowed to teach Lex everything he would need to know to be successful in life. Her hard work and love were the foundation for Lex's accomplishments. At the age of 19, Lex won his first Paralympic silver medal in the long jump. His achievements at the 2004 Paralympics in Athens, Greece were the culmination of years of hard work and training. Since that time, Lex has solidified himself as a tenacious competitor for Team USA. Each of his athletic performances since that time have resulted in medals with the most recent being gold in the long jump at the 2017 Para Athletics World Championships. Lex now has his sights set on the 2020 Paralympic Games, and he is currently training and competing to make his fifth consecutive U.S. Paralympic team. There is one goal, and that is to win gold for the United States of America. As an athlete, motivational speaker, and singer song writer, Lex epitomizes the phrase “No Need for Sight When You Have a Vision®”. Lastly he is also the author of Fly!: Find Your Own Wings And Soar Above Life's Challenges. In the episode we spoke about: - What would you say to people who haven't seen the blind long jump? and how would describe it to them? - How much of an influence was your mother on your athletic career? - What turned you away from goalball? - Talk to us about 'No Need For Sight When You Have A Vision' - Give us your take on BLM (Black Lives Matter) as a blind person  - Do you think you should use your influence as an athlete for change? - How do you think sport can facilitate society? - Do you ever feel your disability held you back? - If you were to go back to your 8 year old self would you have foreseen how successful you would have became? - Was it scary that day when everything went pitch black? - How do you pick yourself up from something like that? - How have you had to alter your training? (Recorded during the height of the COVID Pandemic) - Which athlete would you like to sit down with died or alive? and why? amongst others You can learn more about Lex via his website lexgillette.com and connect with him on Twitter. For more information about The Mindset Athlete by connect with us on Facebook @mindsetgamepodcast For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit fitamputee.co.uk and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Lex Gillette—a world record holder and national champion in the long jump—has had to navigate change before. At age 8, doctors diagnosed him with detached retinas, and couldn't save his sight despite multiple surgeries. Though the transition wasn't easy, Lex credits his support system—and the confidence they inspired in him—with getting him through.   Even after he became an elite Paralympic track and field athlete, Lex faced injuries and other setbacks—including a long jump gone wrong on the world stage that required a near-instant recalibration, a story he retells dramatically on this week's episode.    So this year, when the COVID-19 pandemic delayed what would be his fifth Games in Tokyo, Lex was as well poised as anyone to find a new way forward. He took some time to be disappointed—after all, every athlete mourns a goal deferred—then set to work appreciating what he could do with the extra time.    The one constant in life is change, he realizes, and it's the ability to steer through uncertainty that enables you to reach whatever goal matters most.   A huge thank you to Fluid Running H2GO, the only app-based deep-water running system in the world, for sponsoring this season of the Injured Athletes Club. CLICK HERE and use code IAC 30 to take $30 off the full system or the digital bundle.   In this episode, we discuss: Lex's early years, including his vision loss (4:38) When and how he found out about the Paralympics being rescheduled, and what he felt about it (6:47) How injuries are viewed in Paralympic track and field (12:18) His first major injury, and how important an engaged health care team was to his recovery (14:08) How he learned to ask for help when he needed it, and what a difference it's made in his life (24:10) Why he thinks some people don't ask for support (27:56) How leaning on others has been like a trampoline, propelling him to greatness (30:52) The ways he's learned to focus on what he can do instead of what he can't—the cane instead of the blindfold (34:28) His injury that happened during the 2015 World Championships and how he regrouped—including the importance of his relationship with his guide (37:24) Why his mantra is “No need for sight when you have a vision,” and how any athlete can use that right now (49:47)   You can subscribe to The Injured Athletes Club on Spotify, Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like what you hear, please leave us a rating or a review in Apple podcasts. That helps other injured athletes find the show.   Resources/links we mention: Lex's website, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook page His new book, Fly!: Find Your Own Wings And Soar Above Life's Challenges To access more resources for injured athletes: Join The Injured Athletes Club mailing list, for weekly news and updates Join The Injured Athletes Club Facebook group, for support and camaraderie Email us at hello@injuredathletesclub.com with questions, guest suggestions, or other feedback   DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational & informational use only and & does not constitute medical advice. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have heard in an episode of this podcast. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with a qualified medical professional for proper evaluation & treatment. Guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experiences, and conclusions, and The Injured Athletes Club podcast hosts nor any company providing financial support endorses or opposes any particular treatment option discussed in the episodes of this podcast and are not responsible for any actions or inactions of listeners based on the information presented. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk.  

In this episode, Holly Jean Jackson talks with Paralympic athlete, Lex Gillette, about his journey to blindness, his inspiration to compete, and his work as a specialist for the visually impaired. They discuss overcoming challenges, defining success, and the power of storytelling. Lex also shares his transformative story, his insights on hard work, and his message to the world. Connect with Lex: https://lexgillette.com/ https://twitter.com/LexGillette https://www.instagram.com/lexgillette/ https://www.facebook.com/LexGillette/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexgillette/ https://vimeo.com/lexgillette Lex published an article on LinkedIn entitled “Tethers”, where he uses his athletic experiences to highlight the power of connection and how critical it is to our success both personally and professionally. He wants to share it with the world...the link will be in the show notes: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/tethers-lex-gillette/?articleId=6646467862909329408 Music Credits: HNGVR - Touch Me https://hngvr.bandcamp.com/ Join the Inspiration Contagion movement: Subscribe to Inspiration Contagion on your favorite podcast player and share it. Reach out to your host, Holly at https://hollyjeanjackson.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollyjjackson/ email at holly@hollyjeanjackson.com Get your copy of the book: https://www.amazon.com/Inspiration-Contagion-Health-Secrets-Success/dp/1954047444/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RU20QS7LLPCO&keywords=inspiration+contagion&qid=1680782585&sprefix=inspiration+contagion%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-1

Lex Gillette (www.lexgillette.com), a blind, Black Paralympian with 4 medals, a motivational speaker, and a diversity and inclusion champion joined us for this original episode before he asked if he could re-record for the first episode of our #BlackVoicesMatter special segment. We wanted to share his original episode with you. Thanks for listening!

We all face struggles and obstacles in life and sports. The biggest difference between those whose names you hear and others is that the athletes you hear about found a way to overcome those challenges. So, the question is how do you overcome challenges in sports? I have been fortunate in my life to connect with Olympic champions, world class coaches and sports professionals so its very rare that i get awed by someone. When it happens, its something special. Losing any ability in your body is terrible enough. I remember when i tore my ACL and i was on crutches for months. I remember coming back into the country and having to be wheeled out on wheel chair because i couldn't walk. Now imagine losing your sight and not being able to see. That happens but you still find a way to be the best athlete you can be. Paralympic world champion, paralympic world record holder and paralympic medalist. You just have to be awed by that. Whatever challenge it is that you face in life and sports, this will inspire you. That's the story of Lex Gillette. Lex lost his sight at the age of 8. Going from seeing the world to not seeing it. Yet that didn't stop him from achieving everything in sports. Lex has won medals at the Paralympic games and World Championships. He even has a world record in the Long Jump. Talk about overcoming challenges in sports. If you find this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. MORE IMPORTANTLY: Join our exclusive facebook group for like minded athletes where we delve deeper into the episodes of the podcast, www.athletemaestro.com/group If you're a parent and you'll like to learn how to nurture your child's sporting talent sign up for my FREE MASTERCLASS athletemaestro.com/sportsparenting There are a ton of podcasts you could listening to right now but you chose Athlete Maestro. What should I talk about next? Please let me know on twitter or in the comments below Subscribe for FREE lessons on Itunes: athletemaestro.com/itunes If you found anything useful on the podcast, please leave a RATING AND REVIEW so other young athletes like yourself can find and benefit from the podcast. To learn how to SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING on the show, head to www.athletemaestro.com/subscribe. For more on Athlete Maestro visit athletemaestro.com If you have any questions, feel free to send an email tola@athletemaestro.com Get the Athlete Maestro Daily Planner, www.athletemaestro.com/dailyplanner Find me on social media Instagram - @tolaogunlewe Twitter - @tolaogunlewe Thanks for tuning in.

In today’s show, Phil interviews Lex Gillette, a blind paralympic athlete and motivational speaker from Raleigh, North Carolina. Our main theme for today’s show is the word, “vision”. When Lex was just 8, he lost his eyesight in a freak accident. But this did not stop him from pursuing his first love - sports. Of course, Lex’s mother and coach helped him a great deal along the way. Lex shares his initial apprehensions when he first started competing as a member of the middle-school track team. For most of us, it is difficult to fathom the difficulties that a blind person faces…let alone, a blind athlete competing at the highest levels. In this segment of the show, Lex shares his training regimen and reveals how he learned to confidently navigate the environment around him.  In line with the main theme of the show, we talk quite a bit about seeing the big picture…a vision that will allow you to architect your own success. If you are at a low point in your life and are grappling with seemingly insurmountable challenges, how can you see hope and a different future? And, if you do see a different future, how can you muster up the ability to put your thoughts into action? Listeners will learn the importance of surrounding yourself with well-meaning friends and mentors who strongly believe in you. Hearing Lex shares all the practical difficulties that he faces on a daily basis will also make you realize how much you take for granted.   What You Will Learn In This Show How surrounding yourself with well-meaning mentors and peers can help you overcome your biggest challenges How to develop a strong vision for your future and follow through on it The practical difficulties that blind people face on a day-to-day basis And so much more… Resources Lex Gillette

Episode 004 | Lex Gillette (Blind Paralympic Athlete) joins the podcast to discuss being a world record holding long-jumper, the difference between having sight and having a vision, and his side project: singing. To learn more about Lex, visit: lexgillette.com | Lex's featured non-profit was Classroom Champions - an organization that connects volunteer Olympians, Paralympians, Student-Athletes, and Professional Athletes to K-8 classrooms. To learn more, visit: classroomchampions.org | For more on the podcast, visit: seethroughpod.com

The Triplejumpers Podcast is now Trackcast by Triplejumpers, featuring athletes and coaches within all events of track and field. This first episode of the new format of the podcast features Paralympic legend Lex Gillette. Lex loose his sight at the age of 8 years old and 27 years later, he's a 4x consecutive world champion, 4x Paralympic silver medalist and the world record holder. He's also a motivational speaker, singer and song writer. Lex talks about the highs and lows of his career, what motivates him and how it is to jump without seeing. It's a really great episode. Thanks for listening!

At eight years old, Lex Gillette started losing his eyesight. But his mother encouraged him to maintain his independence, keeping him in public schools and sports. With a natural talent for jumping, he continued to hone his skills as a co-captain on his high school track & field team. At 19 years old, Lex earned his first trip to the Paralympic Games in Athens, where he took home a silver medal. He would go on to compete in three more Paralympics and win three more silver medals. Although he has won Gold at the world championship level, he is aiming for his first Paralympic gold at his fifth games in Tokyo. Lex Gillette is a beast on the track… the …

We at Choose Inclusion (www.chooseinclusion.com) wish to use our platform to bring Black Voices from every walk of life to our audience in the hopes of elevating those voices to share the truth of what's happening right now in America. Please tune in starting with our first guest, Lex Gillette (www.lexgillette.com), a blind, Black Paralympian with 4 medals, a motivational speaker, and a diversity and inclusion champion.

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Clark speaks with Lex Gillette, Paralympian, World Champion, and World Record Long Jumper, and Cat Bouwkamp, Membership and Safe Sport Coordinator, U.S. Association of Blind Athletes. Lex shares how he is coping physically and mentally with the delay of the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games, and Cat shares the work that USABA is doing to make fitness and exercise more accessible for everyone who is blind. To learn more about Lex Gillette, check out: www.lexgillette.com. To learn more about USABA’s Staying Fit While Staying Put, and United We Move initiatives, please visit: www.usaba.org. More information about ACB is available at www.acb.org, and if you like this podcast, please subscribe, and write a review.

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Clark speaks with Lex Gillette, Paralympian, World Champion, and World Record Long Jumper, and Cat Bouwkamp, Membership and Safe Sport Coordinator, U.S. Association of Blind Athletes. Lex shares how he is coping physically and mentally with the delay of the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games, and Cat shares the work that USABA is doing to make fitness and exercise more accessible for everyone who is blind. To learn more about Lex Gillette, check out: www.lexgillette.com. To learn more about USABA’s Staying Fit While Staying Put, and United We Move initiatives, please visit: www.usaba.org. More information about ACB is available at www.acb.org, and if you like this podcast, please subscribe, and write a review.

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Clark speaks with Lex Gillette, Paralympian, World Champion, and World Record Long Jumper, and Cat Bouwkamp, Membership and Safe Sport Coordinator, U.S. Association of Blind Athletes. Lex shares how he is coping physically and mentally with the delay of the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games, and Cat shares the work that USABA is doing to make fitness and exercise more accessible for everyone who is blind. To learn more about Lex Gillette, check out: www.lexgillette.com. To learn more about USABA’s Staying Fit While Staying Put, and United We Move initiatives, please visit: www.usaba.org. More information about ACB is available at www.acb.org, and if you like this podcast, please subscribe, and write a review.

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Clark speaks with Lex Gillette, Paralympian, World Champion, and World Record Long Jumper, and Cat Bouwkamp, Membership and Safe Sport Coordinator, U.S. Association of Blind Athletes. Lex shares how he is coping physically and mentally with the delay of the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games, and Cat shares the work that USABA is doing to make fitness and exercise more accessible for everyone who is blind. To learn more about Lex Gillette, check out: www.lexgillette.com. To learn more about USABA’s Staying Fit While Staying Put, and United We Move initiatives, please visit: www.usaba.org. More information about ACB is available at www.acb.org, and if you like this podcast, please subscribe, and write a review.

Lex Gillette is my guest today. Elexis "Lex" Gillette is a blind Paralympic athlete originally from Raleigh, North Carolina and now training in Chula Vista, California. Lex competes in T11 (track) and F11 (field) events for the United States. I was excited to speak with Lex about his travels around the world for track and field as well as his travels for his speaking engagements. Obviously he has a different perspective from most business travelers. We discussed how he gets around the airports and what he likes and dislikes about the service at airports. We also discussed the possibilities the COVID 19 lockdown could have on him achieving his Paralympic gold medal quest. Make sure to look for him in the Japan 2021 Paralympics and if you need a motivational speaker for an event visit his website for more information. Available on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spreaker, Castbox, Overcast, Breaker, Pocket Casts, Radio Public, and Spotify. Intro song “Road Trip” by Robin Tricker

Lex Gillette is my guest today. Elexis "Lex" Gillette is a blind Paralympic athlete originally from Raleigh, North Carolina and now training in Chula Vista, California. Lex competes in T11 (track) and F11 (field) events for the United States.I was excited to speak with Lex about his travels around the world for track and field as well as his travels for his speaking engagements. Obviously he has a different perspective from most business travelers. We discussed how he gets around the airports and what he likes and dislikes about the service at airports.We also discussed the possibilities the COVID 19 lockdown could have on him achieving his Paralympic gold medal quest. Make sure to look for him in the Japan 2021 Paralympics and if you need a motivational speaker for an event visit his website for more information.Available on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spreaker, Castbox, Overcast, Breaker, Pocket Casts, Radio Public, and Spotify.Intro song “Road Trip” by Robin Tricker

Lex Gillette is my guest today. Elexis "Lex" Gillette is a blind Paralympic athlete originally from Raleigh, North Carolina and now training in Chula Vista, California. Lex competes in T11 (track) and F11 (field) events for the United States.I was excited to speak with Lex about his travels around the world for track and field as well as his travels for his speaking engagements. Obviously he has a different perspective from most business travelers. We discussed how he gets around the airports and what he likes and dislikes about the service at airports.We also discussed the possibilities the COVID 19 lockdown could have on him achieving his Paralympic gold medal quest. Make sure to look for him in the Japan 2021 Paralympics and if you need a motivational speaker for an event visit his website for more information.Available on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spreaker, Castbox, Overcast, Breaker, Pocket Casts, Radio Public, and Spotify.Intro song “Road Trip” by Robin Tricker

Lex joins the show to tell us about his life in the world of track and field! He lost his vision at 8 years old and had a hard time coping with it from a young age. He was able to find mentors and others who believed in him and his capabilities to the point for bringing him around the country to compete while still in high school. Lex has gone on to compete at 4 different Paralympic Games and has a great shot at making the 2021(!) Tokyo Games. https://www.instagram.com/lexgillette/ https://twitter.com/LexGillette https://lexgillette.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexgillette/

Lex Gillette is a globally recognized Paralympic track and field athlete who competes for Team USA. Competing primarily in the long jump, Lex has acquired four Paralympic medals, and three world champion titles, with his most recent long jump crown being won in the summer of 2017 in London, England. He currently holds the world record in the long jump for totally blind athletes with a leap of 22 feet-1 inch, making him the only totally blind athlete in the world to eclipse the 22 foot barrier in the event. When he is not competing around the world, Lex is a motivational speaker who has spoken to organizations both large and small, including Fortune 500 corporations, trade associations, professional sports teams, non-profit foundations, and school districts. He is constantly challenging his audiences to see past their current reality as there is more to life than what is in front of their eyes. Lex is a 2007 graduate of East Carolina University where he majored in recreation management. The four years that he spent in Greenville, North Carolina have helped shape him into the influential figure that he is today. As an athlete, motivational speaker and inspiration to many, Lex Gillette exemplifies the phrase, No Need for Sight When You Have a Vision®. Are you ready to start dreaming big? CLICK HERE to receive your free Dream Big Workbook. ————————— On the episode: Producer : Haley King Engineer : Jackson Carpenter Co-host : Scott Schimmel

Lex Gillette is a globally recognized Paralympic track and field athlete who competes for Team USA. Competing primarily in the long jump, Lex has acquired four Paralympic medals, and three world champion titles, with his most recent long jump crown being won in the summer of 2017 in London, England. He currently holds the world record in the long jump for totally blind athletes with a leap of 22 feet-1 inch, making him the only totally blind athlete in the world to eclipse the 22 foot barrier in the event . When he is not competing around the world, Lex is a motivational speaker who has spoken to organizations both large and small, including Fortune 500 corporations, trade associations, professional sports teams, non-profit foundations, and school districts. He is constantly challenging his audiences to see past their current reality as there is more to life than what is in front of their eyes. Lex is a 2007 graduate of East Carolina University where he majored in recreation management. The four years that he spent in Greenville, North Carolina have helped shape him into the influential figure that he is today. As an athlete, motivational speaker and inspiration to many, Lex Gillette exemplifies the phrase, No Need for Sight When You Have a Vision®. This month we also have a free resource giveaway you can easily download to help you become an action figure in your own life. ————————— On the episode: Producer : Haley King Engineer : Jackson Carpenter Co-host : Scott Schimmel

Lex Gillette is a globally recognized Paralympic track and field athlete who competes for Team USA. Competing primarily in the long jump, Lex has acquired four Paralympic medals, and three world champion titles, with his most recent long jump crown being won in the summer of 2017 in London, England. He currently holds the world record in the long jump for totally blind athletes with a leap of 22 feet-1 inch, making him the only totally blind athlete in the world to eclipse the 22 foot barrier in the event . When he is not competing around the world, Lex is a motivational speaker who has spoken to organizations both large and small, including Fortune 500 corporations, trade associations, professional sports teams, non-profit foundations, and school districts. He is constantly challenging his audiences to see past their current reality as there is more to life than what is in front of their eyes. Lex is a 2007 graduate of East Carolina University where he majored in recreation management. The four years that he spent in Greenville, North Carolina have helped shape him into the influential figure that he is today. As an athlete, motivational speaker and inspiration to many, Lex Gillette exemplifies the phrase, No Need for Sight When You Have a Vision®. This month we also have a free resource giveaway you can easily download to help you become an action figure in your own life. ————————— On the episode: Producer : Haley King Engineer : Jackson Carpenter Co-host : Scott Schimmel

Show Summary:  We catch up with Lex Gillette, a four-time Paralympian with numerous awards. Lex is competing and training 5 days a week and has his vision set on Tokyo Japan in 2020. Joining us in the studio is Mitch Smedley, an inspiring young athlete who is headed out to Colorado Springs for the Emerging Stars Camp. Lex, the Journeyman, gives advice and encouragement to Mitch, the Apprentice.  Lex talks about having a vision and how the vision can make everything else fall into place. You would think that 3 gold medals, 3 silver and 2 bronze would top Lex’s accomplishments; however, wait till you hear about his Ikea project with Airahttps://aira.io/. You can find out more about Lex Gillette on the web at lexgillette.comand check out our previous podcast with Lex Gillette – World Champion Lex Gillette: No Need for Sight When You Have a Vision. You can find out more info about the USABA Emerging Stars ID Camp on the web.     If you would like to know more about Transition Services from State Services contact Transition Coordinator Sheila Koenig by email or contact her via phone at 651-539-2361. To find your State Services in your State you can go to www.AFB.org and search the directory for your agency. Contact: Thank you for listening! You can follow us on Twitter @BlindAbilities On the web at www.BlindAbilities.com Send us an email Get the Free Blind Abilities App on the App Storeand Google Play Store. Check out the Blind Abilities Communityon Facebook, the Blind Abilities Page, the Career Resources for the Blind and Visually Impairedand the Assistive Technology Community for the Blind and Visually Impaired.  

Danielle Craig Danielle Craig is a mom of two boys and a new baby girl, wife, an Emmy-award winning journalist and the podcast host of Happiness in Progress.   She has a background in both TV and radio news. Danielle has spent the last decade and a half working a fast-paced life in news as a morning anchor, reporter and producer. From Salt Lake City, to Las Vegas and Oregon - Danielle has covered a range of stories that got national attention. That includes O.J. Simpson's robbery conviction, the Umpqua Community College shooting and the 2010 Japanese earthquake and Oregon tsunami.   On Happiness in Progress, Danielle has interviewed many people including Nick Ortner, Lex Gillette and Jane Clayson Johnson.   Danielle has a passion for telling stories that matter. She thrives on giving people a voice and a platform to accomplish their mission.    Danielle loves being a mother and wife. She's called it her best job. She married her high school sweetheart. They have two adorable (and maybe a little crazy) boys and a brand new baby girl.   In her free time, Danielle loves to run, scrapbook and enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest.

Lex Gillette, Paralympic Champion. For this edition of Sunday Morning Magazine, we celebrated people with disabilities who are doing amazing things. While on the air, Lex explained that he lost his sight when he was 8-years-old. He shared his many struggles of learning to adjust to his new life without sight. He said he had to learn to read braille and use a cane. While in High School, he discovered Track & Field. The sport changed his life. Lex is the best totally blind long and triple jumper in the history of the U.S. Paralympic games. He is the current world record holder in the long jump, a four-time Paralympic medalist, a three-time long jump world champion, and an 18-time national champion.

On episode sixteen of the Kill The Quit podcast, host Mark Zinno is joined by Paralympics gold medalist Lex Gillette. Not only is Lex a gold medalist at the Paralympics, but he is the world-record holder for the long jump, all while being completely blind.  Lex talks about the frightening moments where he realized he was losing his sight, how he rediscovered his athletic ability, his Paralympics experiences, and much more. 

As an Olympic athlete striving for his personal best, Lex Gillette is setting goals and encouraging others to set theirs. By hand-crafting personal keynotes to motivational speaking events, Lex holds true to positive forward-thinking and the belief that anything is possible. As soon as his feet hit the ground in the morning, Lex is calculating ways to create a machine of success for all. His authenticity and focus is infectious both on the field and off. We all struggle with our blind spots (so to speak), so listen to what Lex is teaching and shift your focus. Believe in your visionary dream and become the entrepreneurial athlete you know you are. Resources Lex  as Motivational Speaker Lex Gillette – Gold Men’s Long Jump T11 - Final - London 2017 World Para Athletics Championships Lex Gillette – Men's T11 100m Semifinal 1 - 2016 Paralympic Games Lex's Promotional Video John’s 3 Key Take-aways Start with a vision and then focus until it becomes really clear. What exactly is it that you want to achieve and how are you going to get there? Quantify the strengths and specific goals you will need to achieve your vision. Build the right team around you to help guide you and utilize the coaches willing to help you along the way. Build trust with those individuals. Then inspire yourself day in and day out to remain fixed and accountable to your vision. If we have a blind spot, we will not get clear on our vision. Prefer Audio? Read the Transcript You can download a complete transcript of this entire episode by clicking here.

As an Olympic athlete who is striving for his personal best, Lex Gillette is setting goals and encouraging others to set theirs. By hand-crafting personal keynotes to motivational speaking events, Lex holds true to positive forward-thinking and the belief that anything is possible. As soon as his feet hit the ground in the morning, Lex is calculating ways to create a machine of success for all. His authenticity and deliberation is infectious both on the field and off.

Today you’ll meet Lex Gillette. Lex is a four-time silver medalist in the Paralympics for the long jump. What makes his feat especially incredible, is that he’s blind. He is the current world record holder in the long jump and the only totally blind athlete to ever eclipse the 22-foot barrier in the long jump. He was just 8 years old when he lost his sight. He's a motivational speaker. His story has been featured on Sports Illustrated, USA Today, The New York Times and many more. We talk about what it was like to suddenly not be able to see, how he has been able to be so successful in a visual world, what it’s like to walk out for the Paralympic games. And of course, something we can all take into our own lives - how you don’t have to have sight to have a vision. Why it’s important to follow your own vision and so much more. CONNECT WITH LEX: Instagram Facebook Youtube Lex Gillette Website CONNECT WITH DANIELLE: Facebook Instagram Twitter   Daniellecraig.com    

Lex Gillette, long jump world champion, explains why the surge in fan excitement for Para Track & Field is a double-edged sword for him. Find out what he, his coach, and his mom all have in common; his secret to winning sponsorships; and what his favorite subject in school has to with his view on the changes to the Operation Gold medal bonuses. Follow Lex on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram: @lexgillette

Lex Gillette, long jump world champion, explains why the surge in fan excitement for Para Track & Field is a double-edged sword for him. Find out what he, his coach, and his mom all have in common; his secret to winning sponsorships; and what his favorite subject in school has to with his view on the changes to the Operation Gold medal bonuses. Follow Lex on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram: @lexgillette

World Champion Lex Gillette: No Need for Sight When You Have a Vision ™   AT&T and Aira Present: Lex Gillette – World Record holder, 4 time World Champion, 4 time medalists, Ted XTalk  Speaker, Mentor , and much more. Lex Gillette is an American track and field athlete who has proved to the world that there are absolutely no excuses. Retina detachments in both eyes have left him with the challenge of living life with no sight. Fortunately for Lex, once he lost his sight, he gained a vision. CONGRATULATIONS to Lex Gillette for winning gold in the long jump at the 2017 Para Athletics World Championships. This marks the third consecutive world champion title in the event for Gillette and it is a phenomenal way to start the four-year journey that leads to Tokyo 2020. Join the Blind Abilities team, Pete Lane and Jeff Thompson, as they talk to Lex Gillette and discover what drives him to achieve such a high level of success. You can find out more about Lex Gillette on his web site www.LexGillette.com You can find his TEDx Talk on the web. You can find out more about the AT&T #ExperienceMore campaign at ExperienceMore.ATT.com Check out Aira and Subscribe today and have Instant Access to Information!   Thank you for listening. You can follow us on Twitter @BlindAbilities On the web at www.BlindAbilities.com Send us an email Get the Free Blind Abilities App on the App Store.

Mani Djazmi is joined by two time Paralympic sprint champion Martina Caironi and Lex Gillette, who is a four time Paralympic silver medalist in the long jump. The panel discuss performances at this years Para Athletic Championships and there are exclusive interviews with Paralympic Champions Jonnie Peacock and David Behre. Five years on from the London Paralympic games, Baroness Tanni Grey Thompson and journalist Mik Scarlet discuss whether the games have helped improve the lives of disabled people living in the United Kingdom. Plus, we'll hear how Paralympic gold medalist Heinrich Popow who took the dancing world by storm.

Who is the one blind, the one with or the one without sight?  Lex Gillette is the best totally blind long and triple jumper in the history of U.S. Paralympics. He is the current world record holder in the long jump, a three-time Paralympic medalist, a two-time long jump world champion, and a 16-time national champion. He is the only totally blind athlete in the world to eclipse the 22-foot barrier in the long jump. Think all of this came easy, think again. I have known this amazing man for 12 years and find him to be nothing more than remarkable.  Lex is a singer song writer, an athlete, and a motivational speaker. He was recently featured in a P&G commercial that ran during the Paralympic Games that took place in Rio de Janeiro.  Today we are going to explore the real disability of being blind and hopefully get us to see where true vision lies. Get ready to bust some stereotypes and break through to your new normal this week with my great friend, Lex Gillette. John Register, Paralympic Silver Medalist | Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) and International Speaker | Author | American Long Jump Record Holder | Gulf War Veteran | Disability Rights Advocate | Amputee | and Home-made Waffle Lover.  Showing businesses, military leaders and college student athletes, how to hurdle adversity and create life’s new normal. Subscribe to John's Youtube Channel to get his lattest inspirational leadership videos.   Become part TeamInspire on FB @TeamInspire10 Click HERE to book John to speak for your organization.

“No need for sight. When you have a vision,” says Lex Gillette, four-time USA Paralympian and world champion long jumper. (Yes, this is a guy who can jump nearly 7 metres.) (Cross my heart.) But the thing of it all, is that by the age of just 9, as a wee boy, Lex lost his sight entirely. Did that stop him from living a big life? Not a chance. Inspired by the force that is his mom, Verdina, and the guidance of a very awesome teacher, Brian Whitmore, Lex was introduced in High School to the idea of competing in a more meaningful way in athletics, when Mr. Whitmer let him know there was a world out there that he could conquer. In the years since, Lex has represented the USA in Athens in 2004, Beijing in 2008, London in 2012, and most recently, in Rio in 2016. In this epic chat, we discuss his life philosophy and his belief that “sight is the enemy of vision”, and the refreshing fact that – unlike too many people on the planet today -- he has little use for self-doubt. After all, as he tells it, when you overcome the loss of your sight, you know you can handle anything that comes at you.

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