"I walked into hospital, and came out paralysed"

Inspiring story of Abbie Potts and her journey from being a young active independent girl, life in the countryside and the seizures that led her to a new life in a wheelchair in her 20s. She believes everything happens for a reason accepting who she is now and her purpose in life.

"This is embarrassing, I'm gonna die like this"

Champion runner Drew Graham, was in the prime of his life when a simple momentary decision changed his life forever. His story is a powerful reminder of how life can change a single moment and how you overcome the obstacles. Drew talks about his injury, creating the only accessibility gym in his area, competing in the Great North Run and how he tackles adversity, motivating himself back onto a new path and purpose in life.

"I was born, every bone at some point over that pregnancy, was broken"

Danny Dawoud was born in Wigan with Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type 2, a brittle bone disease. In spite of the difficult start in life, Danny went on to win gold for TeamGB in wheelchair rugby. A unique and positive story of how Danny’s attitude for life lead him to the success he has had, taking risks and putting himself at the forefront of any situation.

“I could’ve been splat”

Sam Beecroft is a motorbike fanatic. He has been riding since a child, posters on the wall, aspired to want bigger and better bikes. A tragic everyday work commute changed Sam’s life forever, on his own motorbike. This has not stopped his passion and his attitude wanting to ride again paralysed. Sam’s story is one of acceptance and his motivation to follow his passion and ride again.

"She was trying to smash the door in to get to me"

Strongman Andy Reid opens up about his experience being the victim of physical and domestic violence. Now working in mental health he has turned his life around after having his first child, but it has been an uphill battle. We cover some eye opening truths such as how society and authorities portray a man in need of help, staying with someone who is destroying his self-esteem, and having his passion competing in strongman taken away due to heart failure.

“What if you fall? My darling, what if you fly”

Alex has travelled the world competing in Triathlon. Heavily motivated as a kid by her Dad, this lit her natural fire to pursue a lifelong adventure of 4am starts, competing whilst pregnant, injuries and overcoming debilitating panic attack every time she approaches the water. Alex opens up about her unhealthy relationship with food, judgemental comments and a male dominating sport which needs to change. A fascinating look into a unique mind set, of both positive and equally competitive.

“Just tell my family I love them”

Inspired by learning life skills from her dad, Becca has set out on her life journey with a pragmatic approach. Being competitive and active as a “chunky kid”, rowing, judo, strongwoman, her drive was derailed by an abusive relationship, then a tragic car accident, where she thought she was going to die, ended up with an arm amputation. Suffering PTSD, multiple operations on a related foot injury, Becca is still finding ways to manage the dark days, with a grit and determination, the only way she knows how.

"I was in your position and look at where I am now"

3x World’s Strongest Woman, Rebecca’s journey has certainly not been easy. From a happy childhood to family tragedy which led to her and her siblings being fostered. After a life changing sexual assault at knife point, surviving suicide attempts, bad luck was taking its toll until she met Paul. Her new relationship and the positive outlook for her strength in the gym helps Rebecca find her purpose. Not only achieving things she never dreamt of, but to be a mentor for young people, she now uses her experiences for the greater good. A true inspiration. 

"Now I've found my place"

Jemma has had quite the journey. Raised by a gangster father, around prostitution, guns and drugs from the age of three, this interview covers all aspects of Jemma's life so far. She has always struggled to find her place, to fit in, not only around people but also in the world. Her 24 year journey to diagnosis and her own personal development journey through therapy has finally led Jemma to where she is most happy. Strongman training has been the biggest life changer for Jemma, and put her on the path to truly being who she really is. A sad and equally uplifting story to say the least.

“You need to talk”

Neil found a new direction in life through fitness after breaking his back, then decided to write a book about it. His ability to pull his life together, all during his journey as a single dad, is to be admired. It’s not been easy journey, with bumps in the road, but Neil’s ability to deal with what’s infant of him is certainly Ione of his superpowers. Recently diagnosed with ADHD and Autistic, he wanted to prove he wasn’t, but, has dealt with it the only way he knows how. Moving forward. 

“There is no hope for her”

Shauna Moar was told at four years old that she would likely end up in a wheelchair and live a life limited by disability. Born with hypotonia, a rare condition that causes severe muscle weakness, even basic movement was a struggle growing up.

But Shauna refused to accept that story. Today she’s a competitive Strongwoman athlete, recently finishing 2nd at Scotland’s Strongest Woman, and coaching others to become stronger both physically and mentally.  

Her journey is one of resilience — overcoming illness, bullying, chronic fatigue, and some of the darkest moments of her life to build extraordinary strength. This is a story about defying limits, rebuilding yourself, and proving that the labels placed on you don’t define who you become.

An emotion and intimate episode.