Richard Whitehead
Double Paralympic gold medalist, four-time world champion, and world-record marathoner. Turned barriers into breakthroughs and is an advocate for inclusivity in sports.
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Aug 1, 2025 • 57min
“Anything Is Possible”: Double Paralympic Champion Richard Whitehead MBE on 92 Marathons & World Records
Richard Whitehead MBE, a double Paralympic gold medalist and four-time world champion, shares his inspiring journey from overcoming childhood challenges to achieving athletic success. He discusses his late start in marathon running at 28 with specialized prosthetics and the importance of inclusivity in sports for the 16 million individuals in the UK with disabilities. Richard also shares his humorous take on marathon fuel mishaps and dreams of an ideal race experience that’s flat, inclusive, and fueled by pizza. His story is a powerful reminder of resilience and belief.
May 10, 2023 • 1h 8min
Richard Whitehead INSPIRES | How to Live Beyond Limitations set by others, What it takes to win OLYMPIC GOLD and be ELITE
Richard Whitehead, a world-renowned Paralympic athlete and motivational speaker, shares his remarkable journey from losing both his legs as a child to becoming a record-breaking athlete. He discusses overcoming adversity, harnessing the power of determination, and setting audacious goals. Richard's story is not only one of remarkable athletic achievements but also a testament to the power of a positive mindset and unwavering belief in oneself.
