Diann Uustal survived two horrendous accidents and both times, doctors said she most likely would never walk again. But her recovery has been nothing short of amazing. We talk to the world-record holding swimmer about the art of the comeback.
Swimming Rehabs Her Body and Spirit
Every time Diann Uustal gets into the pool, she’s proving her doctors wrong. Two devastating accidents several years apart left her with crippling injuries. Today, the 67-year-old is smashing world records and spreading a message of hope.
Growing Bolder TV: Siphiwe Baleka
Siphiwe Baleka is a former long-haul truck driver who is dramatically changing truckers’ lives with his wildly successful trucker fitness program. It’s a walk he’s walking himself, sending him back into the pool and to the Ironman starting line.
Goby the Wonder Dog
Meet Goby, who puts the can in canine. In a pool filled with highly trained athletes, Goby might be the best trained of all. See how Goby is ready to detect danger, dial an IPhone and jump into the pool to save the life of his master. Seriously.
The GB Inspiration Award Goes To …
The winner of this year’s Rowdy Gaines Masters Classic Growing Bolder Inspiration Award is a swimmer who epitomizes the GB ethos. He’s a physician, author, yo-yo expert and world record holder. But what really makes him special is his giving spirit.
Something to Croak About
We’re proud to be a sponsor of the upcoming Rowdy Gaines Masters Classic presented by LIMU. Once again, Growing Bolder CEO Marc Middleton will compete in the meet as a member of Rowdy’s Team BluFrog. Last year, Team BluFrog had plenty of croak about.
GB’s Marc Middleton Comes Off 40-Year Layoff to Take Bronze at USA Masters Track and Field Championships
Just months after winning two individual national championships in US Masters Swimming and setting three world records with his BluFrog swimming teammates, Marc Middleton has placed third in the 2012 USA Masters Indoor Track and Field Championships.
Watch a World Record-Setting Relay
Growing Bolder was proud to be a sponsor of the Rowdy Gaines Masters Classic presented by LIMU this past weekend. The meet was a smashing success with 12 new Masters World Records set. Watch the complete relay for a new world record!
He Has No Legs But Still Stands Tall
Just a few years ago, Roderick Sewell was a homeless teenager with no legs who was failing school. Today, he’s a world-class athlete, attends college and he’s set his sights on a big goal — making the Paralympics team.
Susan Helmrich
Three-time cancer survivor Susan Helmrich says she’s learned one thing from her health battles — every day is a gift and she intends to each it. Find out how she’s combining her passion for swimming and finding a cure.