Finding Purpose Through Tragedy
Caitlin Conner was raised in a small town in central Texas and now resides in Houston, Texas. Growing up she worked in her father’s video store and on the family farm. Before May 30th, 2014, she didn’t have much to her story, but her life was simple and she was surviving.
The day before her 24th birthday, Caitlin and her newlywed husband were struck on their motorcycle by a distracted driver. The couple flew off in separate directions and sustained serious injuries. She then woke up on her birthday with a new life ahead of her. She learned of her pregnancy of only 4 weeks and had to make the biggest decision of her life. Her choice was simple in her eyes. A leg for a life. She amputated her left leg two weeks later and went home to take on pregnancy. The couple started their marriage in wheelchairs and shortly after major family losses. (They are now happily co-parenting their daughter and showing others that happiness through divorce is obtainable.)
After getting laid off from her job, she found herself searching for others like her who had gone through amputation during pregnancy but found none. What she did find was a handful of resources to start her down the next part of her journey. Sports never came naturally to her but losing a limb taught her the importance of patience and of practice. She began to try any sport she could. It started as a 5k run pushing her daughter Tinley in a stroller as a baby. Shortly after she took up CrossFit followed by triathlon, cycling, swimming, boxing, track and field events, figure skating, and obstacle racing, and is currently working on a new sport. Sports led her to many new resources but also showed her a very big need in the community.
Caitlin craved a place that had all of the adaptive resources easily accessible. After searching for it over the last few years, she knew she would have to create it herself. What began as a way to release stress and get healthy, eventually turned into her purpose. Be More Adaptive was born. Caitlin is now the CEO of Be More Adaptive, pushes for inclusivity in modeling and media, is a public speaker, and is very happy to be Tinley’s mom.
Host Cat Miller of Passionate Living TV explores the incredible journey of Caitlin Conner.
Adversity to Triumph: Journey of Caitlin Conner
Join host Cat Miller on this episode of Passionate Living TV as she explores the incredible journey of Caitlin Conner, a young woman who turned a life-altering motorcycle accident into a story of triumph. After losing her leg, Caitlin faced her new reality with remarkable resilience, transforming challenges into powerful abilities. As an athlete, model, and advocate, she has broken barriers and inspired countless individuals worldwide. Don’t miss this uplifting episode from Houston, TX, where Caitlin shares how courage and perseverance can ignite a movement of empowerment and inclusivity.
Caitlin Conner on Daily Blast Live
'It Pushed Me to Do So Many Different Things:' Caitlin Conner Becomes Amputee & New Mom at Same Time
Caitlin Conner in 2014 was involved in a crash that left her with a life-altering injury. But little did she know at the time that her injury would result in her becoming a version of her self she didn't even know existed. Caitlin joined the panel to share her remarkable comeback story.
Amputee Model is a SUPER ATHLETE | GAME CHANGERS
Feb 13, 2019- Five years ago, Caitlin Conner’s life changed. She was critically injured when a car slammed into the motorcycle she was riding on. Doctors amputated Caitlin’s left leg. But the accident hasn’t limited Caitlin’s life. After receiving a running prosthetic from the Challenged Athletes Foundation, she competed in the San Diego Triathlon Challenge. The experience was life-changing for Caitlin, showing her that she could do anything as an amputee. Since then, Caitlin has competed in seven triathlons, and two relays, completed the Houston Half Marathon, medaled in the U.S. Paralympics Track Cycling Nationals, become the world’s first amputee boxer, and is on her way to becoming the world’s first amputee speed skater. She’s also modeled for several brands, including Target, and founded the non-profit ‘Be More Adaptive’, which aims to empower the adaptive community. ABC13 caught up with Caitlin to find out how her accident ended up changing her life.
Caitlin Conner Keeps on Climbing | Houston Life | KPRC 2
Caitlin Conner's life changed in an instant in 2014 when a distracted driver knocked her off her motorcycle. She was 4 months pregnant at the time. Now she inspires not just her daughter but anyone who gets to know her. Caitlin is training to climb Cotopaxi, an active stratovolcano in the Andes with ROMP Global to help raise awareness for those in need of prosthetics around the world.