Alex Smyth spotlights upcoming para sport events in Canada and abroad, pulls back the curtain on how para sports are played and interviews para sport athletes, coaches and trainers.
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Alex Smyth spotlights upcoming para sport events in Canada and abroad, pulls back the curtain on how para sports are played and interviews para sport athletes, coaches and trainers.
Para Cycling Comeback: Michael Sametz on Recovery, Training, and Discipline
Para Sport Nation
27 minutes 35 seconds
3 months ago
Para Cycling Comeback: Michael Sametz on Recovery, Training, and Discipline
Michael Sametz shares his journey from a horrible leg injury just before the Paris Paralympics to a triumphant return on the international cycling stage. He details the emergency surgery, rigorous rehabilitation, and disciplined training that allowed him to return stronger than ever. Michael also reflects on the challenges and excitement of the Belgium World Championships, highlighting the course, competitive dynamics in C3 para-cycling, and the growth of the sport toward higher professionalism and aerodynamics-focused strategies.
Beyond racing, Michael discusses his role on the board of Athletes Can, the Canadian organization representing national team athletes, including the upcoming 2025 Athletes Forum in Calgary. He also shares personal insights into training, nutrition, and his favorite coffee routines, illustrating both the dedication and lifestyle behind elite para cycling performance.
Para Sport Nation
Alex Smyth spotlights upcoming para sport events in Canada and abroad, pulls back the curtain on how para sports are played and interviews para sport athletes, coaches and trainers.
