Paraplegic Mowing the Lawn

[@willlipscomb6425]

I am jealous that you figured out a way to mow. That is something I really miss doing. I'm glad there are people like yourself on KZbin that I can see when I'm having a down day.

[@chadfolkers628]

I love mowing too Brian. It's mindful. I love the smell and admiring the results. Good show.

[@devontaewilliams1685]

You're living proof that we all can do anything we put our minds to. You're incredible thank you for sharing parts of your life with us viewers. Continue being the awesome person that you are. ☺️

[@sabrinasheppard4614]

I love how industrious and motivated you are, inspite of your injury. You make no excuses!! Keep sharing all your adaptive ideas!

[@claytonmeador8382]

Wow! You sure dont let your personal issues hamper you from doing all you want & need to do! Great independence is to be applauded bro!!! You do more than lotta "able bodied" men can! Thats what makes you such an inspiration to view your vids here! Keep up the awesome vids bro! _ love & respect ❤

[@richkrill5229]

Thanks Brian for sharing, I had a stroke in 2015 at 45 years old, I live with my dad that is 81, he gets around great at the moment but with me being paralyzed on my left side and my dad having the same mower as you that’s still red, I May modify it someday since I have no push power in my left foot and no left hand use, so that I can mow for him. Have a good day, and God Bless you brother.

[@garymucher9590]

I certainly applaud you for you efforts. Some people would not even try. Your attitude is what makes the difference.

[@mattyc195]

I use to mow the lawn as well! I like to see and hear more about the ramp in your garage.

[@jessicashlager7193]

I really love that you show how you transfer and how you actually mow. The great descriptions of the modifications you have made to the mower are helpful for others as well. I love your attitude. Nice to hear you and your wife are such great partners.

[@Ak97410]

I love how you're getting more and more comfortable with your transfers 💪

[@Fidg234]

There's bound to be days that don't go very well for you - that's to be expected - however, the strength of character and motivation you show to get out there and do everything you can for yourself is something to be admired. God bless and love you.

[@brendashort3294]

You go man 😎 you are an inspiration for people to follow. That goes to show you how determined you are. Me and my husband are both physically handicap from accidents when we were very young. My husband has his right arm amputee from his childhood injury and I myself had a stroke from closed-head injury from car accident. Just like you we do not let our injuries stop us from living a healthy full life. People are so amazed at what we can do and I can tell folks are amazed at what you can do. Life goes on and you can't let life beat you up! I am so, proud of you and missed your videos...you been gone for awhile. Take care and keep those videos coming. 😎👍👍👍 P.S. Have nice Memorial Day weekend!!! 🍔🍗🍉

[@kristinecaco318]

I just found your channel today and love your channel. You are so inspiring.

[@kl7550]

Thanks for sharing. Very limited mobility after Covid so this was helpful for brainstorming how I can take back my lawn care routine

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

I am an amputee and also mow yard , I just use a battery operated whippersnapper or weedeater to finish off the yard so glad you’re able to do this, Cliff From Australia

[@evermore4487]

We seem to have the same injury level. I found this channel searching for a rider that would be a good fit for me. Unfortunately, I have 5.5 acres (I only mow 4) and I don't think that particular mower would work for me, although I came away with some great tips. My zero turn doesn't have anything to grab onto, like arm rests, for safe transfer and I struggle with overcoming the additional seat height with my Roho. I have to use a slide board to span the mowing deck, which is do-able, but a bit spooky without a spotter, to tell you the truth. Thank you for sharing your accomplishments. I'm glad I landed here. 😊

[@summer-fu4di]

I screamed when I saw the vid!!! you are awesome man!!!!!!!!!! I love seeing your videos, you are so humble and amazing! keep going!

[@josephddudgeon9604]

hi Brian, I just wanted to say thank you for making these videos. I had back surgery (May 29) and developed a blood clot (May 31) at T-9 and I lost feeling in my legs. I am slowly getting feeling back and I am now just starting to be able to walk some with the help of a walker. I found your videos and I decided that you are able to do all you do I would do what I can do to get where I need to be. Or if I was going to be paralyzed I was going to be ok with it and will make the best of it. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR MAKING THESE VIDEOS. You are a great role model.

[@AlexSantos-yd1tj]

i miss everything you do.pls vlog everyday in your house even not a tutorial .even in mall groceries store like others they show everything in whatever, visits a frends .cooking Bryan your a good example of strong person with a good heart. Thanks bryan.

[@toddregister6621]

Great innovation...and I especially like that you painted it black to match your car!

[@ParalyzedLiving]

Haha thanks! The red had to go. :)

[@paullaw6988]

@@ParalyzedLiving Hi Brian, how are you doing? Great innovation…and I especially like that you painted it black to math your car! Kind regards, from, PaulLaw.

[@ArynMadden]

That's epic. I love your modifications. They really make me think about how I can change things in my life if they're not just right. You really can make anything work just right for you, if you just open your mind a bit.

[@uszatku9417]

Great to have a new video from you...thanks! Wishing you and your family well.

[@glennbarthelemy2443]

Dude you one hell of a awesome person your family and friends have to be very impressed with you god bless you bro keep on mowing!!!

[@prettygirlgames6903]

Hey Brian. I found your channel yesterday looking into the Freedom Chair by GRIT. I am 29 and was born with Spastic Diplegia Cerebral Palsy. Though I have more use of my body then a quad or paraplegic I spend 90% of my time in a manual wheelchair raising two girls. Seeing everything you’ve accomplished gives me hope and strength to be more active and involved with my girls. I am starting a gofundme for the Freedom Chair and will hopefully be on my way to “freedom” soon. Thanks for all your videos. You are truly inspiring. And congratulations on starting a family of your own. So much love your way xo

[@jacobchilton188]

I've started mowing again just using a push mower it takes some time but it's not to bad really alot of stopping and resetting the brake alot lol great to see you doing something you enjoy again thanks for posting man

[@donaldshort9479]

Man I need you to modify some of my lawn equipment. You got lot of great ideas. You should start a business and help other people with disabilities be able to do yard work. It would save time and money if folks could do it by their self.🚜

[@matthowland1770]

Man your get it done attitude inspires me to get over myself and do what ever I gotta do I love watching your videos to see what else you are going to figure out how to do your awesome thanks

[@Granddad92]

Good job, I admire your dedication and spirit. God bless.

[@clintsinger6893]

Very good video, I found it interesting how the old saying goes that when trying to overcome a problem think simple, you did that by using just some straps and not a lot of difficult engineering to allow yourself to use the ride on. great lesson.

[@pattysdaughter5639]

Glad to see an upload.

[@dadams5040]

Your so amazing!! It’s nice to see an update on your page!!!

[@DerickZ28]

I know how you feel about not being able to mow. I wasn't ablt to mow for the first three years we were married before I got a mower I could use. Man I don't know how you don't fall over the back of that tiny seat. I had a larger seat put on mine for more back support. T5, and I have no trunk or back support at all. I enjoy all your videos and I've thought about uploading some of my own. I know new people in chairs like to see a bunch of different perspectives to get ideas for themselves, at least that's the way I am. Keep up the good work!

[@zennmomma2801]

HA! Oh my I just laughed so hard with your caption about painting it black... like everything else! My Tilite ZRA is still gorgeous without visible chips in the black paint thanks to YOUR video and tip to use helicopter tape. Thanks for the videos and hope you enjoy the summer out on your mower ☺

[@sabrinamenten-caenen5924]

Wow brian you are doing it so great. I cant imagine how much energy you need to be every time more than once day to take youre legs and put them in the position you need them to be. Shower, tranfers, putting cloths on, in the car, out the car, in bed, out bed. And every single time you need to lift them and put them in the right position. You must be really tired every evening. Its no choice and if i ever have bad luck i must deal with it but seeing youre lovely video's i think i could do it. Practice or not but even psychological its really heavy and than comes the physical part. It seems to me its not easy. But heey luckely you live. Love sabrina

[@codysmiff222]

Awesome stuff! Glad to see you posting another video too keep killing it and inspiring people

[@Drinthony]

glad you are doing the most that you can. keep up the great work, stay strong and make each day the best it can be

[@DreamsMachine]

This has given me a rush of motivation! Stay blessed

[@amputee_basics1149]

As a dbl leg amputee I have found several of your videos useful..I could use a riding mower myself and save a couple hundred dollars a month and enjoy mowing the yard again. I don't know though....watching someone else mow may be just as satisfying.

[@Wavewolfaroha]

Thank you for another very practical video! I love how you figure out what is need to accomplish your goals. I do worry a bit how you throw your legs around! If I did that, neurological pain would be overwhelming.

[@ParalyzedLiving]

Thanks!! I know several others who have a lot of neurological pain and I've heard it can be horrible. I have some in my chest but it's fairly manageable. It's one reason I'm glad to have a complete injury.

[@Wavewolfaroha]

Good that your neuro pain is limited! My injury is T9 incomplete, and the neuro pain is 24/7, not easily managed. But even if you don't feel injury, do take good care of your legs so you don'[t have problems as you age. Keeping muscles, tendons, and ligaments stretched out and limber is important, and also care of skin and avoidance of impact injuries (bruising).

[@paullaw6988]

@@ParalyzedLiving Hi Brian, how are you doing? Thank you for another very practical video! I love how you figure out what is need to accomplish your goals. I do worry a bit how you throw your legs around! If you did that, neurological pain would be overwhelming. Kind regards, from, PaulLaw.

[@claus1225]

You are more productive than I am

[@sharonfloyd6288]

Will you do the job so well. Your wife is going to make you a honey do list. LOL glad you’re doing great. Thanks for sharing

[@james-jl2ej]

That is some nice grass and a cool mower

[@ftowles2001]

Nice mower! I love those Craftsman hydrostatic transmissions!

[@BEAViS_1221]

It's happy to see your video!!

[@agnesthomasson5333]

Just found your channel. Awesome job!

[@ohitsmonique]

Life update video?? did your wife have the baby??? you are an inspiration i love your videos!

[@nogiedeville1623]

Doing yard work is very therapeutic. I will get out there in a wheelchair or walker and do as much as I can. Helps take your mind off things. 🙂

[@TheAustralier]

Îmi place să mă uit la videoclipurile tale. Eşti un tip plăcut şi tonic.

[@alain8747]

bonjour de retour il y a longtemps que je ne vous avez pas vu .Alain .France

[@hotshoter2]

I'm a 62 yr old amputee and I use a zero turn it is easy to get around things and in tight places I've seen some make them usable by putting plywood on front and transferring onto them just an idea for you but your doing great on yours also

[@deadfIag]

YOU'RE BACK! GO BRIAN

[@georginaigbokwe1461]

Cool tool, Brian 😊 nice work 😊

[@changfachou]

Respect. Just respect man. 👏👏👏👍👍👍

[@tamradennis8887]

Wow u sure are inspiring u dont let ur physical disability stop u from nothing

[@davidcudzilo6924]

Thanks for the video, I also have a back injury. I can no longer cut the lawn with push lawn mower. I am looking at getting snapper re100. It small 28 riding lawn mower. It seem to fit my requirements .

[@medinasod2013]

Very cool! I have MS and can't walk anymore I think I'll try something like this I'm the wife and I like to do the yard work myself

[@chris4410]

Kerry Meade I’ve got MS as well and walk with a cane, I work for myself. Snow in the winter and grass in the summer, only real problem I have is keeping cool enough in the summer.

[@medinasod2013]

Chris , yes can definitely relate morning and evenings are my garden time. And just FYI eliminated milk from my diet my energy level went up who's always almond milk and try goat end sheep's milk cheese. Enough of recommendations I wish you well!

[@amputee_basics1149]

Had never even crossed my mind. Thanks

[@rachelfrain3140]

You're awesome! thanks for this video!

[@alejandrotirado2212]

very intelligent and impressive man

[@slowcarznfreedomliberty7231]

Very cool Ron! I am handicap severe poly axional neuropathy. I can barley walk and losing use of my arms also. I have been trying to figure out how I can run the weed wacker from my riding mower. Have not been able to come up with any ideas. If anyone here has any ideas. I would be much appreciated if you share them.

[@blakethomas8897]

Love this guy!

[@CatGus]

As always great content have you considered adding a spinner knob on the steering wheel? Thanks for keeping the channel going!

[@RollinRagu]

Inspirational! Thanks for posting.

[@worldpeace1062]

damn for your condition you sure got looking and live a modern wealthy live you are lucky .I have alot health issues but, I could only be like you and make .you are very lucky .

[@antonleimbach648]

Awesome video, I’m getting me a mower........

[@donaldbuzbee6469]

I do home delivery for meals on wheels. There is an older lady in a wheel chair that uses a small push mower while sitting in her chair. She does a juice job too.

[@dwight.bennett]

Donald Buzbee Interesting. ...I'm trying to picture how she manages the mower and the chair

[@wheelerdave]

Have ever used a zero turn mower? It's all hand operated. I mow the grass at my parents house. I have Chronic Motor Neuron Disease so I have limited use of my legs. I hop on and off I go.

[@stevelangland3924]

Only issue I could see would be getting on zero turn mower since they sit higher and also tend to have larger decks then a person might need. Costwise they are also far more expensive than a traditional rider.

[@lillydawson9464]

Also, I hope you update us on your pregnancy and birth when you can. So happy for you guys! :)

[@brunoperin5511]

nice job!

[@PastorPeewee20]

Nice job my wife's able bodied so she's always done this task. However I will be trying to figure out whether I can or cannot do this as we are divorced now...

[@allabouthuds]

Such an inspiration !

[@gigibigh5057]

Your transfers are A1

[@gulsahoguz6496]

Allah yardımcınız olsun.

[@janetkight7274]

Thank you - excellent !!

[@junespearman8913]

GOD HAS GIVEN YOU THE ABILITY TO DO SO MUCH!!!!!! PARALYZED? SAY'S WHO? I PRAY THAT GOD CONTINUES TO BLESS YOUR FAMILY! SAW THE VIDEO OF THE BABY TOO!!!!!!!ONLY GOD COULD MAKE ALL THIS POSSIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!GOD IS AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!

[@noahboettner4268]

This is awesome! Is this the craftsman R110?

[@briansperling6850]

Thanks for sharing

[@ParalyzedLiving]

It’s made by Craftsman but was also sold by Murray. It’s about 10 years old at this point.

[@johnathanmoreno5193]

Hey man I recently got a spinal cord injury at about t9 level and I’m complete , all this is really , really new to me I’m 18 yrs old , i had a question about cathing, do you have any tips about the hours I should cath ? My bladder seems to be able to hold a good amount of urine without leaking but I know holding urine is bad

[@hood412tv9]

Hey I'm a t4 have ben scents 07 but they say ever 4-5 hours but I go every 3 r wen I feel it's full as time goes on you'll learn n understand the different signs for u to go so don't have accidents

[@johnathanmoreno5193]

Awakened2Truth - Disciple of Jesus the Christ thank you very much that was very helpful 🙏🏽 yes I will always have faith in the lord , thank you again

[@hood412tv9]

Johnathan Moreno not a problem stay strong we have down days it's OK for then

[@cjaydeep22]

Excellent Brian .... seeing you on those vehicles and doing the job is like checking out the bucket list .... Now I have a question for you - have you tried driving a Quad ATV in all those past years ? After injury ... I am thinking to use your idea of strapping my feets while buying an ATV

[@ParalyzedLiving]

Yes, I've ridden several different quads since my injury and YES, you definitely need some foot straps. I found that out the hard way after dragging my foot through a corn field without knowing it. Luckily, I didn't have any major damage but it was definitely scary. Go do it though! It's a lot of fun.

[@cjaydeep22]

Paralyzed Living thank you sir

[@cjaydeep22]

Want to know if you are still available for weekly or monthly call sessions (your time paid) to teach on more skills and questions ... ?

[@paullaw6988]

@@ParalyzedLiving Hi Brian, how are you doing? Excellent Brian…. seeing you on those vehicles and doing the job is like checking out the bucket list… now I have a question for you-have you tried driving a Quad ATV in all those past years? After injury… I am thinking to use your idea of strapping your feets while buying an ATV. Kind regards, from, PaulLaw.

[@ParalyzedLiving]

@@paullaw6988Hi Paul! I’m doing well and appreciate your support although it seems every comment you make is always a copy and paste of the comment someone else already made - word for word most of the time. I’m happy to answer questions but many of your comments have already been answered. Can you please stop posting repeats? Hope you’re doing well!

[@chieflongsock]

Hell ya brother! That is awesome!

[@rainamarie9353]

You are amazing ❤

[@wazibiry]

Looking to set up hand controls for my lawnmower where did you get yours installed.

[@yeldizyeldiz5704]

Hello!! What about your baby?? I think due date is in this mounth!! August 25th!!❤️❤️

[@justinobermeyer8101]

Hey there, I appreciate your video. I am paraplegic and researching riding mower options. I am wondering if I could pick your brain about this?

[@ParalyzedLiving]

Justin Obermeyer sure! You can shoot me a private message on my FB page w the same Paralyzed Living name. I’d be glad to help if I can. 👍🏼

[@paullaw6988]

@@ParalyzedLiving Hi Brian, how are you doing? I appreciate your video. You’re a paraplegic and researching riding mower options. I am wondering if could pick your brain about this? Kind regards, from, PaulLaw.

[@mikeinbmore]

Can you do a video about your deck with the ramp?

[@dearcat722]

you save a lot of money, hahaha! Good job!!!

[@legitdoctorate1607]

Do you edge your walkways? Do you trim your hedges?

[@ParalyzedLiving]

My wife still does that since she’s able to do it easier than I can.

[@cjaydeep22]

Also do you still get any pains on the back surgical area ? For any reason time to time ? Or when using the chair more often ?

[@hood412tv9]

Hey I'm a t4 I salute u man swear but yeah where can I get mower just like u where u from

[@deafboogie]

what happens if you run our of gas away from your chair? has that ever happened? you are amazing.

[@ParalyzedLiving]

I always make sure I have plenty of gas before I mow just to be safe. The tank is pretty large too so I haven’t had to find out. I also keep my phone on me at all times in case I have to call for backup. I appreciate the comment!

[@mollyb3401]

Do you have ttoublr regulating your body temp? Do uou ever fing uourself too hot or too cold?

[@ParalyzedLiving]

@@mollyb3401 yes to both. I have to be careful being out in either extreme heat or cold.

[@jamesortiz5388]

Do you weed wack or use edgers or maybe a chain saw?

[@niyadewalt5144]

Do you have ramps at all the doors in your house?

[@wallhanger50]

How did you modify your mower, did you have someone do it for you? Did the forward/reverse get modified or did it come like that?

[@ParalyzedLiving]

It has a “hydrostatic” transmission which was completely hand operated originally. I just made the other mods myself.

[@paullaw6988]

@@ParalyzedLiving Hi Brian, how are you doing? How did you modify your mower, did you have someone do it for you? Did the forward/ reverse get modified or did it me like that? Kind regards, from, PaulLaw.

[@anthonyowsley8286]

I am in a wheelchair, And mow my yard, How do you mow around like trees, And hedges and stuff?

[@GlynRobinson]

nice video!!!

[@joshnummerdor5561]

I’m a c6,c7. Was wondering where you got this!

[@ParalyzedLiving]

Josh Nummerdor I bought it used off Craigslist a few years ago. It works great!

[@joshnummerdor5561]

Paralyzed Living can you find me one lol I can’t find one!

[@tarapauley97]

I wish I was crafty and creative like this. I want to be able to do things like this despite my disability but I don’t know how to make this stuff.

[@ParalyzedLiving]

I understand. I was luckily to be pretty handy even before my injury so it’s definitely helped.

[@paullaw6988]

@@ParalyzedLiving Hi Brian, how are you doing? I wish I was crafty and creative like this. I want to be able to do things like this despite your disability but I don’t know how to make this stuff. Kind regards, from, PaulLaw.

[@heavyrackage7292]

how do you keep your pans up???