Turning Tragedy Into Triumph | Caitlin Conner | Adaptive Athlete & Founder of Be More Adaptive

Caitlin Conner is an adaptive athlete, model, brand ambassador, social media manager, mom, and founder of the nonprofit Be More Adaptive. After surviving a devastating motorcycle accident while pregnant, Caitlin faced the challenges of recovery, new motherhood, and learning to walk again. She found her way forward through adaptive sports, from running and triathlon to boxing and figure skating, and built a community dedicated to connecting people with disabilities to resources worldwide. Caitlin shares how she rebuilt her confidence, why failure is part of the process, and the role resilience plays in creating a fulfilling life. Her story is proof that even in the face of life-changing events, it’s possible to design a future that reflects your passions, values, and goals. Chapters 00:00 Meet Caitlin Conner 04:15 The Motorcycle Accident That Changed Everything 08:40 Becoming a Mother During Recovery 12:20 Learning to Walk Again 16:50 Finding Adaptive Sports 21:15 From Triathlons to Boxing and Figure Skating 25:40 Starting Be More Adaptive 29:55 Building a Global Resource Network 34:20 How Sports Build Confidence and Community 38:45 Overcoming the Fear of Failure 42:10 Advice for Anyone Facing a Life-Altering Challenge 46:00 Caitlin’s Vision for the Future of Adaptive Sports 50:15 How to Connect with Be More Adaptive The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices