When I started this podcast, one of the first guests I had hoped for was KC Mitchell. I have followed KC for years on his iconic Instagram @That1LegMonster. KC Mitchell is a retired Staff Sergeant in the United States Army Airborne Infantry. As an American powerlifter and former soldier, he is the first amputee to compete for a national powerlifting title. KC was stationed in Ft. Bragg and deployed to Baghdad in 2005. After being overseas 13 months, he would return home to earn his promotion. As KC continued to serve his county, he was sent to Afghanistan in Kandahar province. On April 3, 2010, he was on a mounted night patrol, when the vehicle he was in struck an explosive device. He sustained extensive injuries that required his left leg to be amputated. He has endured over 50 surgeries and spent 3 years in the hospital for recovery. As a result of his injuries, KC opens up about how he suffered with painkiller addiction, alcoholism and depression. Sadly, this is much too relatable to many of us! Listen to hear his powerful story of how a trip to Disneyland for his daughters birthday, ended up being the turning point for his life to LEVEL UP! KC decided to put down the drugs and pick up the weights. Now he is one of the top powerlifters in the world! KC’s story is one that will inspire you to push through life no matter how tough it may be. This is the story of a true American Hero. Thank you KC!
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