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💭 “Keep moving — one step at a time.”
— Travis “Turbo Trev”

What does it take to turn tragedy into triumph and redefine what’s possible after losing a leg?

In this episode of Trail Chasers, host Dean Horwitz sits down with Travis, better known as Turbo Trev — trail runner, adaptive athlete, and founder of the nonprofit Rejuvenate SA. From a devastating motorbike accident and elective amputation to completing ultras and inspiring communities, Travis shares how running became not just recovery, but purpose.

From the Cape Epic to the brutal UTD 100 Miler, from mobility clinics to giving kids their first prosthetic, Travis’ journey is about resilience, gratitude, and showing the world that movement is a right, not a privilege

🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ How Travis went from a personal trainer to an amputee athlete chasing 100-mile ultras
✅ Why “keep moving” became both his mantra and his mission
✅ What it’s like to pioneer trail running as an amputee in South Africa
✅ The lessons ultra trail running teaches about resilience, perspective, and gratitude
✅ How Rejuvenate SA is helping others access prosthetics and mobility

Whether you’re lining up for your first trail race, navigating setbacks, or just needing a reminder of what the human spirit is capable of, Travis’ story will move you — and might just get you moving too.

Season 3 of Trail Chasers is proudly sponsored by:
🧦 Gilnokie Socks – gilnokie.com
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🕶 Boonies Sunglasses – boonies.co.za
| Adventure-ready eyewear for every runner

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