Savannah Hinegardner joins Wheel With It to share her inspiring journey living with cerebral palsy and competing in her first strength competition.
Savannah explains how personal training became the best therapy she’s ever experienced — both physically and mentally — and how she’s using strength training to advocate for the disability community.
Because Savannah communicates using an AAC device, this unique conversation highlights accessibility, determination, and breaking barriers.
👉 In this episode:
• Living with cerebral palsy
• First strength competition experience
• Strength training as therapy
• Disability advocacy
• Using AAC communication devices
• Breaking barriers in fitness
Savannah’s story is inspiring, powerful, and a reminder that strength comes in many forms.
👉 Timestamps:
0:00 The Moment That Changed Everything
0:20 Meet Savannah (CP Athlete)
0:50 Living with Cerebral Palsy
1:30 Why She Started Strength Training
2:10 Training for Her First Competition
3:00 Biggest Challenges She Faced
3:50 Building Confidence Through Fitness
4:40 What Keeps Her Motivated
5:30 Advice for Others with Disabilities
6:20 Mindset & Mental Strength
7:10 What’s Next for Savannah
8:00 Final Message You Need to Hear
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@savannahhinegardner?_r=1&_t=ZT-95XFrZ5T1gM
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