Today we’d like to introduce you to Adam Troutman.
Hi Adam, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
On Dec 27, 2019, at the age of 29, I was involved in a car accident that unfortunately, but also fortunate, took both of my legs below the knee. Fortunate because that’s all it is; no spinal core or brain injuries. As you can imagine, this was pretty hard on me not only physically, but also mentally as well. Trying to navigate a new life after such a traumatic event was tough. I found myself depressed, lost, and with tons of doubt and uncertainty. I remember having all these questions about how life is going to look as far as a day-to-day basis. There wasn’t much online about that kind of stuff. Fast forward to 2025, and with a few years under my belt, Amplified Lifestyle is born. I want to provide inspiration, spread knowledge, and bring positivity to those that might need it. This has been part of the vision for a while now, and I’m happy I took the leap of faith. Although Amplified Lifestyle might be geared towards amputees at its core, it can be beneficial to anyone, because it’s deeper than just living without limbs. It’s perseverance, it’s determination, adaptation, and the list can go on and on, but the main message is we all go through trails and tribulations and how we overcome and continue to move forward is what truly defines us and what truly matters.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
If we’re talking about as far as becoming an amputee; of course not lol. I’m a firm believer in mental fortitude. Because most of the battles will happen between the ears. The body is amazing; it will heal. But the mental, that’s where the work is, that’s where everything starts and where everything finishes. Like the old saying goes; patience is key. Especially when there is a traumatic event. Whether it’s trying to learn how to walk again, or something simple as getting dressed, you have to give yourself grace and be patient. Which leads me to my next point; you CAN NOT compare yourself to anyone else. Obviously, that goes for anyone, but amputees (or similar) especially. No two situations are the same, and when you see someone in a similar position as you and they are doing so much better, that leads to discouragement. It’s OK to idolize someone, but use it as fuel for yourself, to reach that level.
As far as starting Amplified Lifestyle, the road hasn’t been too bad. I’ve never been one to be super active on social media, so my biggest struggle has been putting myself out there, but also how to make quality content and getting my point across. Like anything, I’m learning as I go.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
Actually, at this very moment, I’m in between jobs. I’ve been donating my time to volunteering at Prisma Health within the trauma and rehab centers, and with Carolina Adaptive Golf. Volunteering has been so fun and rewarding for me. Just knowing that I’m helping people in varies way, whether that’s giving hope to someone at their lowest point just by me walking in with a big smile on my face and letting them know that everything will be just fine, or helping someone discover the game of golf and teaching them how to swing a golf club, is truly amazing. Volunteering helps me just as much as it helps them.
Risk taking is a topic that people have widely differing views on – we’d love to hear your thoughts.
Regarding Amplified Lifestyle, there was no risk in particular, just a vision and a purpose. But as an amputee, take the risk, but take it in a calculated manner. Most lessons are learned through risks, and through failure, so take the risk. Test your limits. And have fun doing it.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amplified.lifestyle
- Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@amplified.lifestyle
