Ep.211 'Limb-itless Expedition World Record' with guests Rich Potter and Richard 'Dickie' Davies

Rich Potter and Richard 'Dickie' Davies are both below knee amputees as a result of complex traumas, leading to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. In this episode of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, they share their extraordinary journey as they prepare to take on the most difficult trek in the world: the Snowman Trek in the Himalayas. Their 'Limbitless Expedition' challenge commences this October: 11 mountain passes at altitudes of over 5,500m, with Rich & Rich aiming to cover the 200 miles in less than 40 days, led by guides from Breathe Bhutan. We are also joined by Carla Bickerstaffe of Carla Bickerstaffe Sports Massage and Jenny Lane of Jenny Lane Sports Massage Therapy who talk about their time working with Rich & Rich, including at the Invictus Games, a international multi-sport event first held in 2014, for wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women, both serving and veterans. Diving into both the physical and mental challenges Rich & Rich face, this episode reveals their preparation strategies, and the invaluable support from their therapists. We also hear about the charitable causes they are supporting through their expedition: the Royal British Legion and Blesma, The Limbless Veterans charity, who offer support, advice, and camaraderie to limbless and injured veterans and service personnel as they rebuild their lives. Join us as we explore their inspiring stories of resilience, teamwork, and the quest to set a world record. For those moved by their journey, we provide information on how you can support their cause through the Just Giving pages.  Don't miss this powerful and uplifting episode! Chapter Markers:  00:00:00 - Welcome to the Sports Therapy Association Podcast 00:02:32 - The Snowman Trek Challenge 00:06:34 - Finding Purpose After The Invictus Games 00:16:02 - Invictus Games: A New Chapter 00:20:30 - Life Changes Through Sport 00:28:31 - The Role of Soft Tissue Therapy 00:33:00 - Questions from the Audience 00:36:21 - Preparing for the Trek 00:45:57 - Final Thoughts and Gratitude Useful Links Limbitless Expedition Website Rich Potter Just Giving Page Rich Davies Just Giving Page Blesma Website British Royal Legion Website Want to join the live recordings? Episodes of the Sports Therapy Association podcast are recorded live every TUESDAY at 8pm on the Sports Therapy Association YOUTUBE CHANNEL and FACEBOOK page. Everyone is welcome - you do not have to be an STA member! If you cannot join us live, be sure to subscribe to the 'Sports Therapy Association Podcast' on all popular podcast apps to be notified when new episodes are available. Please Support Our Podcast! If you appreciate what we do, please take a couple of minutes to leave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. It really does make all the difference in helping us reach out to a larger audience. iPhone users you can do this from your phone, Android users you will need to do it from iTunes. Questions? Email: [email protected]