Rebbeca Rusch
Name three sports Rebecca Rusch was into during her earlier years.
climbing, adventure racing, and mountain biking
What job did Ger Kennedy hold in his 30’s?
He was a plumber.
This is another word for climb or rise.
ascent
A skilled tradesperson who installs or repairs water pipes, baths, toilets, etc
(a) plumber
What is an adjective meaning extremely cold?
frigid
What is “adventure racing”?
a blend of trekking, mountain biking, paddling, and navigation and includes days-long wilderness challenges
Why did Ger Kennedy stop playing rugby?
It was hard on his body.
An adjective describing something that is extremely tiring and difficult.
grueling
A medicine that helps with swelling.
anti-inflammatories
A word relating to the heart and blood vessels.
cardiovascular
What inspired Rebecca Rusch to bike the length of the Ho Chi Minh Trail?
She was determined to find her father’s crash site in Vietnam.
Why did Kennedy eventually stop running and cycling?
He stopped because it was hard on his joints and he began experiencing swelling in his knees and hips.
A verb meaning to turn to something else or completely change the way one does something.
(to) pivot
An adverb similar to greatly
significantly
A phrasal verb meaning to go slowly or begin something slowly.
(to) ease into
What event happened in 2021 that changed Rebecca Rusch’s life?
She crashed and hit her head on a rock during a trail ride, suffering a traumatic brain injury.
What was Kennedy diagnosed with at 40 years old?
Arthritis in his right hip and knee.
Someone who expresses negativity or pessimism
(a) naysayer
An adverb meaning requiring a lot of physical exertion, doing something with much effort
strenuously
This is used to provide thermal protection in water. Divers, swimmers, and surfers use it.
(a) wet suit
How did Rebecca Rusch‘s life change after the accident?
She entered therapy and began practicing meditation regularly.
How did Kennedy eventually get into swimming?
He hot into swimming because the buoyancy of the water significantly reduces stress on the joints and while awaiting surgery, it was the only option.
A verb meaning to accept or support a belief
(to) embrace
Define the word the word swelling and when it happens.
Swelling is the enlargement of of organs, skin or tissue due to injury.
A phrasal verb meaning to achieve great success, especially something impossible or extremely challenging
(to) pull something