October 11 - Strength & Balance with Determination!

It was an exhausting day for AJ as he pushed a wheel-chair on different surfaces, and worked on the mat to improve balance.  Here's a little glimpse into the work from today:

First, AJ used a power assist wheelchair on a hard surface. The goal is to be able to give it a hard enough initial push to engage the electric wheel. Then the electric wheel powers the chair forward. At first it was hard for AJ to have enough power to engage the motor, but he got the hang of it pretty quickly.

Second was taking that chair onto the carpet.  Needless to say it was a lot harder! But AJ wouldn't give up!

Then AJ went to the mat to work on balancing. If you can imagine it, AJ is balancing without using any of his core muscles or triceps.  He is only using his head, shoulders & arms (biceps), Exhausting!

It is inspiring to watch AJ work so hard and be so blessed with a peaceful spirit as he gives his all.