top of page
Welcome to My Blog!
In This Blog You Will Find:
1. Personal stories of the struggles and joys that I encounter as someone with a disability.
2. Inspiring interviews of well known people who have achieved amazing feats despite their physical limitations.
3. Information about new opportunities and products for the disabled community.
Search
Interview with Brent Wright, 3D Printing Guru/Clinician
Brent Wright is quickly becoming one of the biggest names in prosthetics because of his willingness to try new things using digital...
Kendra Herber
Nov 15, 20237 min read
The Start of Something Great
"And suddenly you just know it’s time to start something new and trust the magic of new beginnings." -- Unknown Knowing that I was...
Kendra Herber
Oct 7, 202110 min read
Interview with Certified Prosthetist-Orthotist, Derick Schmidt
A strong relationship between amputees and their prosthetists is crucial in the creation of a device that will improve the patient's...
Kendra Herber
Jul 5, 20219 min read
Interview with Elaine Walshe: Amputee, Blogger, and Network Design Engineer
This isn't your standard interview. See how two different amputees approach the same topics.
Kendra Herber
Apr 29, 202113 min read
Triathlon Training Through the Eyes of an Amputee
"With [my coach's] help, I have been able to accomplish goals I never even thought were possible."
Kendra Herber
Mar 30, 202111 min read
Interview with Robert Rodriguez: Emmy Nominee, Motivational Speaker, Actor, and Athlete
When my book came out a year ago, I started building my online platform. It didn't take me long to find Robert Rodriguez because of all...
Kendra Herber
Feb 14, 20216 min read
Modeling: Throwing a Wrench in the Industry Standard
Lightning strikes- that's how God has been "talking" to me lately. Earlier in my life, His words would come as gentle nudges, but for...
Kendra Herber
Jan 26, 20217 min read
A Recipe for a Healthier Me
I think a lot of us are ready for a fresh start and are excited to say goodbye to 2020. Even though this year has been tough for many...
Kendra Herber
Dec 31, 20207 min read
Interview with Melissa Stockwell: Veteran, Paralympian, Motivational Speaker, and Author
1. What motivated you to join the military? It sounds cliché, but love of my country is my motivation. I just wanted to give back and be...
Kendra Herber
Nov 29, 20205 min read
Interview with Paralympic Gold Medalist, Grace Norman
How did you become an amputee? I was born with a congenital condition called Amniotic Band Syndrome that took my left foot and my right...
Kendra Herber
Oct 13, 20208 min read
Meet the Author- Whole: A Leg Up On Life
Recently I was approached by a lady named Amrita who has a book blog named Motivational Marvels. I was honored that she asked to...
Kendra Herber
Sep 29, 20204 min read
Limb Image Boosts Self-Image Through Personalized Products
Until recently, I have wanted my prosthesis to blend in and be as realistic as possible. With the release of my book and some gentle...
Kendra Herber
Sep 28, 20203 min read
Participating in Angel City Virtual Games
Despite the many drawbacks of Covid-19, I actually benefited from it this summer. Normally the Angel City Games are held in Los Angeles,...
Kendra Herber
Sep 27, 20203 min read
Are Insurance Companies Just Out to Save a Buck?
A year and a half ago, I was sitting in my prosthetist, Derick’s, office excitedly anticipating the retrieval of my new prosthesis. The...
Kendra Herber
Sep 27, 20207 min read
Thankful For Mobility
Because the gyms are closed due to quarantine, exercise has looked a lot different for me lately. With no equipment at home except for...
Kendra Herber
Sep 27, 20203 min read
Workout For Amputees
This past week has been tough on everyone. Our culture isn't used to social distancing, and it's thrown everyone for a loop. I recently...
Kendra Herber
Sep 27, 20202 min read
Swimming Like a Seahorse
Swimming is a difficult workout for someone with two legs, let alone for those who only have one. While I am able to compensate for my...
Kendra Herber
Sep 27, 20202 min read
Sweating is My Superpower
We've all seen them--- the people at the gym with sweat pouring off of their bodies. As they bounce from one machine to the next, they...
Kendra Herber
Sep 27, 20203 min read
bottom of page