Paralympic Games

Para and Nondisabled Track Competitions Have Always Been Held Apart — Until Now

Feb 18, 2025

Para and Nondisabled Track Competitions Have Always Been Held Apart — Until Now

2024 was the year of Para sports: The 2024 Paris Paralympic games had record-breaking media coverage and viewership, Para athletes finally earned the same pay for medals as their Olympian counterparts, and so many incredible Paralympians made their debut in the mainstream spotlight.

How Training in Nature Led Lacey J Henderson to the Paralympics

Sep 30, 2024

How Training in Nature Led Lacey J Henderson to the Paralympics

In our All Access issue, we're spotlighting how the disability community is making the outdoors more accessible for everyone.

Inside the 21-Hour Day of a Healthcare Professional at the Olympics and Paralympics

Sep 11, 2024

Inside the 21-Hour Day of a Healthcare Professional at the Olympics and Paralympics

Throughout the Olympics and Paralympics, most of us stayed glued to the athletes, celebrating the big wins like we were right there with them.

The Triumph of Attending the Paralympics as a Disabled Fan

Sep 10, 2024

The Triumph of Attending the Paralympics as a Disabled Fan

My eyes snapped open as the fervor of anticipation swept over my semi-conscious mind: Paris.

What Paralympic Swim Champion Jessica Long Packed For the Paris Games

Sep 9, 2024

What Paralympic Swim Champion Jessica Long Packed For the Paris Games

In "Pack With Me," influencers and editors give us a rundown of their travel must-haves and a few travel hacks to go along with them.

The Real Reason the Paralympics and Olympics Logos Are Different

Sep 5, 2024

The Real Reason the Paralympics and Olympics Logos Are Different

The Olympic rings are unmistakably iconic, as recognizable as the Nike swoosh or golden arches.

The Paralympics and Special Olympics Are Not the Same. The Distinction Matters.

Sep 5, 2024

The Paralympics and Special Olympics Are Not the Same. The Distinction Matters.

Scroll through a few posts on the Paralympics' social media pages and you might notice some interesting discourse in the comment section.

Why Do Some Paralympians Wear Eye Masks During Competition?

Sep 5, 2024

Why Do Some Paralympians Wear Eye Masks During Competition?

While attending the Paralympic track events this week in Paris, I couldn't help but clock that some of the runners' uniforms included an eye covering, some of which almost looked like a sleep mask or blindfold.

Everything to Know About Wheelchair Tennis

Sep 4, 2024

Everything to Know About Wheelchair Tennis

If you're one of the people who can't get enough tennis these days, you've likely been interested in the wheelchair tennis events at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.

Sophie Morgan on Hosting the Paralympics: "I'm an Advocate First"

Aug 30, 2024

Sophie Morgan on Hosting the Paralympics: "I'm an Advocate First"

The Paris 2024 Paralympics are underway, and history is already being made.

Paralympians Earn the Same Pay For Medals as Olympians, but Is It Enough?

Aug 29, 2024

Paralympians Earn the Same Pay For Medals as Olympians, but Is It Enough?

In 2021, the Tokyo Olympics finally provided long-awaited recognition for Paralympic athletes.

What Is Boccia? Here's a Primer on One of the Paralympics' Most Unique Events

Aug 29, 2024

What Is Boccia? Here's a Primer on One of the Paralympics' Most Unique Events

Boccia is one of the most unique events at the Paralympics, but there's a decent chance you've never even heard of it.