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Teresa Perales, ejemplo de superación y referente del #TeamESP
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Teresa Perales, ejemplo de superación y referente del #TeamESP

Overcoming Limits: The Journey of Teresa Perales

Introduction to Teresa Perales

  • Teresa Perales challenges the notion of limits, viewing them as excuses that hinder achievement. She emphasizes the importance of motivation, willpower, and effort in reaching goals.

Achievements and Resilience

  • Despite being confined to a wheelchair due to neuropathy at 19, Teresa has become an exemplary athlete with an impressive medal count, including 26 medals from various games—comparable to Michael Phelps.

Passion for Swimming

  • Teresa highlights her love for swimming and competition. She notes that while she requires a wheelchair outside the water, it is unnecessary when swimming, showcasing her commitment and dedication over two decades.

Lessons Learned Through Competition

  • Competing in Rio taught her son Nano about the realities of winning and losing. She explains that not every competition results in a medal but emphasizes that experiences gained are invaluable.

Future Aspirations

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Teresa Perales es una de las deportistas más brillantes del #TeamESP. Una neuropatía le dejó en silla de ruedas a los 19 años, pero con 41 puede presumir de ser un ejemplo de superación… y de poseer un palmarés envidiable en el que figuran, entre innumerables medallas, las 26 que ha conquistado en Juego, casi tantas como Michael Phelps. Con pasión, sacrificio y sobre todo mucha dedicación, Teresa ha hecho historia.