Sam Willoughby's Life-Altering Accident and Recovery Journey

Sam Willoughby, an Australian BMX rider, shares his harrowing experience of suffering a spinal injury that rendered him a tetraplegic. He recounts the accident, from the routine warmup on his BMX where he overcorrected, to landing on his head and realizing he was paralyzed. The podcast delves into Sam's initial trauma, recovery, and rehab journey, highlighting the pivotal moments, including meeting Booty Barker, a fellow tetraplegic who inspired Sam with his outlook on life and independence. Sam reflects on his mental state, fears, and the impact of his injury on his relationship with his wife, Elise.