EP #164 How Robert Anthony Overcame Disaster to Become a USA Paralympic Volleyball & Multi-Sport Athlete

In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik and Brandon Joiner interview Robert Anthony, a public speaker and adaptive athlete. Robert shares his inspiring journey of overcoming adversity, including his amputation at a young age due to fibular hemimelia. He discusses his experiences in various sports, including beach volleyball and sitting volleyball, and emphasizes the importance of resilience, mindset, and community support in the face of challenges. The conversation also delves into the rules of sitting volleyball and the unique dynamics of adaptive sports. In this conversation, Robert discusses the structure of sitting volleyball practices, the physical demands and injuries associated with the sport, and the strategies for effective hitting. He also shares insights on the dynamics of beach volleyball, the importance of increasing participation in adaptive sports, and his nonprofit work providing prosthetic limbs to children in need. Additionally, Robert highlights the transformative power of his speaking engagements and the authenticity companies seek in today's workforce. 💪 GET YOUR FREE DRILLBOOK to level up your game OR CHECK OUT OUR MEMBERSHIP & WORKOUTS AND GET: 💪 🏐 VOLLEYBALL TECHNIQUE & STRATEGY 🔥 VOLLEYBALL COACHING 🔥 WORKOUTS FOR VOLLEYBALL 🔥 LOOK BETTER AT THE BEACH 🎽👕 Grab Your Swag Now! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Resilience and Volleyball 08:58 The Journey of Overcoming Adversity 17:42 The Mindset of an Adaptive Athlete 26:25 Understanding the Rules of Sitting Volleyball 27:31 Sitting Volleyball Practice Structure 29:24 Injury Management and Physical Demands 31:14 Hitting Techniques and Strategies 33:39 Beach Volleyball Dynamics 37:22 Increasing Participation in Adaptive Sports 42:32 Nonprofit Work and Community Impact 45:35 Transformational Speaking and Engagements