Do it Differently

By Andrew Bounds

Do It Differently

By Andrew Bounds

 

When someone tells me I can’t do something, I automatically think, I can definitely do it, just give me time.

Anna Devries is a competitive paraclimber from Mooresville, North Carolina, that competes at a world class level – recently having placed third in the World Paraclimbing Championship in Bern, Switzerland. Anna shares her experience growing up and climbing with Spina Bifida, and gives a glimpse into the incredible mindset that makes her both a successful athlete and cherished member of the climbing community – “When someone tells me I can’t do something, I automatically think, I can definitely do it, just give me time.”

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