Ep 73 Roy Tuscany - Founder High Fives Foundation, Adaptive Sports Athlete

In this inspiring episode of The Gnar Stool Podcast, we sit down with Roy Tuscany, founder of the High Fives Foundation, for an intimate conversation about resilience, community, and the transformative power of adaptive sports. Roy candidly shares his remarkable journey—from a passionate skier whose life dramatically changed following a spinal cord injury in 2006, to becoming a dedicated advocate helping others reclaim their lives after life-altering injuries.Roy vividly describes the challenges he faced during recovery, the pivotal role played by his trainer Wayne Burwell, and the incredible support network that enabled him to rediscover his passion for the outdoors. He reveals the heartfelt origins of the High Fives Foundation, an organization born from his desire to give back and empower others with the same generosity he received. Today, the foundation has provided over $12 million in grants, impacting nearly a thousand individuals by offering vital adaptive sports equipment and critical recovery resources.Listeners will also get a glimpse into how adaptive sports are evolving through groundbreaking technologies, and why normalizing the participation of adaptive athletes in sports is so crucial. Roy emphasizes the profound impact of community, mentorship, and outdoor engagement in transforming lives.Whether you're an athlete, advocate, or simply interested in powerful stories of human strength and determination, this episode will inspire you to embrace life's challenges and find joy in every comeback.Relevant Links:Gnar Stool Podcast X SMMT Tumblerhttps://smmtoutdoor.com/Trainer who got him started with recovery - Wayne Burwell - Wayne’sWorld EFT Vermont - https://www.instagram.com/waynesworldeft/https://highfivesfoundation.org/https://www.instagram.com/hi5sfoundation/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/roytuscany/?hl=en