How Do I Reduce Pain, and Exhaustion When Using My Wheelchair?

Having the right chair and maintaining it is key.

July 6, 2018 · 3 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Paul Weaver](https://unsplash.com/@paulweaver/collections) on Unsplash

Always Be Able to Transfer

Keep practicing until your body is comfortable moving, and lifting its own weight.

June 15, 2018 · 2 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Supply](https://unsplash.com/@supply) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/black-headphones-beside-camera-on-top-of-wood-xcGSvYOLcwE)

Managing Your Cripple EDC (Every Day Carry)

What you carry every day can keep you safe.

June 9, 2018 · 3 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Ranch](https://unsplash.com/@ranchmramas) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/a-trader-joes-store-with-the-sky-in-the-background-AdZZCdmUPEo)

This Trader Joe's Bag is My Absolute Favorite

Big enough to haul beer without mangling your hands.

May 31, 2018 · 1 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Aldward Castillo](https://unsplash.com/@aldwardcv31) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/a-group-of-men-riding-bikes-down-a-street-6egh6PXYn-c)

Crip Tips: Portray Confidence with Full, Smooth Movements

The secret to moving confidently is moving smoothly.

December 16, 2017 · 2 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Emilio Garcia](https://unsplash.com/@piensaenpixel) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/woman-in-black-heeled-sandals-walking-on-gray-concrete-pavement-7sNMhj2V0H0?)

How to Read a Sidewalk

Analyzing a sidewalk is an important skill for any wheelchair user.

November 15, 2017 · 2 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Vince Fleming](https://unsplash.com/@vincefleming) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/shallow-focus-of-person-holding-mirror-Vmr8bGURExo)

Check Your Reflection for Safety

Check your reflection to keep people from messing with you.

November 2, 2017 · 1 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Clark Young](https://unsplash.com/@cbyoung) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/silhouette-of-boy-riding-bicycle-in-wheelie-during-golden-hour-lQuWIesgs5Q)

Cripple Survival Skills: Pop a Wheelie

Popping a wheelie helps you navigate better.

October 18, 2017 · 3 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Cosmin Ursea](https://unsplash.com/@cosminursea) on Unsplash

Protect Your Superpower

If you have a superpower, do whatever you can to keep it.

October 11, 2017 · 2 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Ryan Stone](https://unsplash.com/@rstone_design) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/a-brick-wall-with-graffiti-written-on-it-LmC1PyOCxek)

A Butt Touch a Day Keeps the Doctor at Bay

Touch your butt. Save a life.

October 9, 2017 · 3 min · Urban Cripple