Greg Smith: Ninja Warrior / Cancer Warrior

You might recognize Greg Smith fromNBC ’s American Ninja Warrior. It turns out he is also a cancer warrior! We caught up with Greg to hear his story.A photo posted by Greg Smith (@scarred_ninja) onMay 27, 2016 at 9:13am PDTLS: Great to catch up with you Greg. Can you tell us a little about your cancer story?Greg: I was diagnosed with stage 2a testicular cancer at the age of 21.  When I was going through my battle my parents and I got theLIVESTRONG Guidebook, Planner, and Journal. They were super helpful. It so much useful information for what I was about to go through and definitely prepared me for the road ahead of me.LS: I noticed you proudly wear aLIVESTRONG wristband and many have said that it ’s more than just a wristband … what does wearing it mean to you?Greg: It has become a part of me. You will never see me without it on my wrist. It is who I am, I Live Strong every day and I hope to inspire people to do the same.Can't believe two days from today a year ago I had my surgery #tbt #kickedcancersassA photo posted by Greg Smith (@scarred_ninja) onJan 2, 2014 at 8:18am PSTLS: What doesLIVESTRONG mean to you?Greg: LIVESTRONG to me means to Live Strong, many people get faced with a tough obstacle in life from cancer to just trying to pass a test. Having my band on my wrist reminded me every day reminded me to go out there and be strong, to conquer any of my fears, to not let anything not matter the size of the obstacle stand in my way. In a way I am grateful for ...
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