Show Links

Chad’s Links
Connect with Chad on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/chadwillia1
Get Your Doing Hard Things My Way Gear. https://doinghardthingsmyway.com/
Contribute to the Doing Hard Things My Way Adaptive Athlete Scholarship Fund. https://bold.org/funds/doing-hard-things-my-way-adaptive-athlete-scholarship-fund

Daryl’s Links
Connect with Daryl on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/daryltperry/
For ALL things Your Level Fitness. https://yourlevelfitness.com/

Episode Description

In this episode of The Cerebral Palsy Perspective, Chad Williams and cohost Daryl Perry talk about what adulthood with cerebral palsy actually looks like, and why it is less about decline and more about adaptation.

Cerebral palsy is not degenerative, but carrying imbalances and compensations for decades can take a toll. Chad shares what preservation looks like for him as he navigates hip dysplasia, a torn labrum, and arthritis, and Daryl talks about the mindset shift that happens when you realize you cannot just force your body through everything forever. They get into the drop off many people experience after childhood resources fade, how self advocacy becomes a daily skill, and how hard it can be to balance trusting doctors with trusting what you know about your own body.

They also talk about the trial and error of building routines, what active recovery can look like when resting too much leads to stiffness, and how weather, pain, and limited mobility can impact headspace. From shoes and orthotics to yard work and pacing yourself in public, Chad and Daryl share the real life adaptations that help them stay independent and keep moving forward.

If you are an adult with CP, a parent thinking about your child’s future, or someone who wants a more honest look at life with CP beyond the highlight reels, this episode is for you. Drop your experiences and questions in the comments, because your story might help shape future episodes.

Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it.

Visit yourlevelfitness.com/cerebral-palsy-perspective for links to the show page on each of the major podcast directories. From there, you can subscribe and share this pod.

Show Links

Chad’s Links

Connect with Chad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadwillia1
Get Your Doing Hard Things My Way Gear: https://doinghardthingsmyway.com/
Contribute to the Doing Hard Things My Way Adaptive Athlete Scholarship Fund:
https://bold.org/funds/doing-hard-things-my-way-adaptive-athlete-scholarship-fund

Daryl’s Links

Connect with Daryl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daryltperry/
For ALL things Your Level Fitness: https://yourlevelfitness.com/

It is episode two of The Cerebral Palsy Perspective, and Chad Williams and Daryl Perry go deeper into the realities of growing up with CP in the eighties and nineties, and how different the world feels today.

This conversation is about perspective, the kind that comes from living it. Chad shares a childhood story that still sticks with him decades later, a moment that highlights how authority figures and school systems used to treat disability, and how those moments could shape confidence, identity, and belonging. Daryl reflects on how isolation felt back then, how few people they knew who shared similar experiences, and how much the internet and community connection have changed what is possible now.

They also talk about the evolution of adaptive equipment and care, from orthopedic shoes and outdated options, to custom orthotics, better footwear choices, and resources that actually support being active. The conversation moves into adulthood realities, running, training, injury management, stretching, physical therapy experiences, and the challenge of finding the right support now that one on one care can be harder to access through traditional channels.

Most importantly, this episode reinforces the heart of the show. Cerebral palsy is part of the story, but it is not the whole story. There is frustration, there are struggles, and there is also persistence, optimism, and learning how to find a way forward. This episode is a reminder that progress is real, community matters, and the way you look at your experience can shape how you live it.

Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it.

Visit yourlevelfitness.com/cerebral-palsy-perspective for links to the show page on each of the major podcast directories. From there, you can subscribe and share this pod.

Show Links

Chad’s Links

Connect with Chad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadwillia1
Get Your Doing Hard Things My Way Gear: https://doinghardthingsmyway.com/
Contribute to the Doing Hard Things My Way Adaptive Athlete Scholarship Fund:
https://bold.org/funds/doing-hard-things-my-way-adaptive-athlete-scholarship-fund

Daryl’s Links

Connect with Daryl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daryltperry/
For ALL things Your Level Fitness: https://yourlevelfitness.com/

The Cerebral Palsy Perspective

Welcome to the Cerebral Palsy Perspective, an optimistic look at life, movement, and doing hard things our way. In this introductory episode, host Chad Williams and cohost Daryl Perry reflect on what it means to come full circle, from their first podcast conversation years ago to now teaming up to create something meaningful together.

This episode sets the foundation for the show, why it exists, who it is for, and what listeners can expect moving forward. Chad and Daryl talk openly about living with cerebral palsy, the ups and downs that come with it, and why optimism, hope, and vulnerability matter, not just within the CP community, but for anyone navigating hard seasons of life.

They discuss aging with cerebral palsy, the lack of resources for adults, and why sharing lived experience matters for individuals with CP, parents, families, and friends. The conversation also explores doing things your way, stepping outside comfort zones, trying before you feel ready, and how one small decision can open doors you never expected.

This is not a podcast about limitations. It is about people. Cerebral palsy is part of the story, but it is not the whole story. Each episode will highlight real conversations, real experiences, and real growth, featuring guests who are willing to share their struggles, triumphs, and everything in between.

Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it.

Visit yourlevelfitness.com/cerebral-palsy-perspective for links to the show page on each of the major podcast directories. From there, you can subscribe and share this pod.