From broken bones and shredded muscle to Olympic glory… Silken's story is one of courage, perseverance and the triumph of the human spirit.In May 1992, just 10 weeks before the Olympic Games, Silken Laumann was injured in a brutal rowing accident that left her right leg shattered and useless. Reigning world champion in Single Sculls rowing, Silken was told by doctors she might never row again.Twenty-seven days, five operations, and countless hours of gruelling rehabilitation later, Silken was back in her shell, ready to pursue her Olympic dream. When the starter's pistol rang out on August 2, 1992, Silken made the greatest comeback in Canadian sports history, winning the bronze medal for Canada, and capturing the hearts of a nation.Silken retired from rowing in 1999 with three Olympic medals, and since then has continued to inspire, encouraging people to dream, live in the moment and embrace failure as a stepping stone to success.“In ten weeks she made the greatest comeback in Canadian sports history, becoming a symbol of hope to all.”  The Montreal GazetteOUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS, AWARDS, HONOURS1996 Silver Medal – Atlanta Olympics  1992 Bronze Medal – Barcelona Olympics1991 World Champion – Single Sculls Rowing1987 Gold Medal - Pan American Games (Single Sculls)1984 Bronze Medal – Los Angeles OlympicsHonorary Doctorates: University of Victoria (1994), McMaster University (1994), University of Windsor (1997), Laurentian University (1998), Western University (2013)2015 Inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame2010 BC's Top 100 Women of Influence2007 CAAWS Most Influential Women in Sport and Physical Activity2006 Globe and Mail list of Most Influential Women in Canada2006 Women's Executive Network - Most Powerful Women: Top 1002006 CAAWS Most Influential Women in Sport and Physical Activity2004 Inducted into BC Sports Hall of Fame2004 Etobicoke Rotarians Lifetime Achievement Award2003 CAAWS Most Influential Women in Sport and Physical Activity2003 Canadian Institute of Child Health Award2003 National Child Day Award2002 Queens Golden Jubilee Medal1999 Inducted into Mississauga Hall of Fame1999 Mississauga Sports Award1999 FISA's Thomas Keller Award - Outstanding Career in Rowing1998 Inducted into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame1997 Wilma Rudolph Courage Award (first non-American to receive the award)1995 Canadian Olympic Order1994 Meritorious Service Cross1993 Mississauga Civil Award of Merit1993 Canadian Olympic Association Award of Merit1992 Harry Jerome Comeback Award1992 Victoria Athlete of Year1991 & 1992 Canadian Press Female Athlete of the Year1991 Lou Marsh Award - Canada's Outstanding Athlete1984, 1990, 1991 & 1992 Ontario Athlete of the Year1984, 1988 & 1992 Mississauga Athlete of the Year--This episode of Breaking Brave is brought to you by:SOULSNACKS! Soul snacks are single ingredient, eco conscious dog and cat treats! Sourced directly from farms in Ontario and wrapped in fully compostable packaging. Treating your pets never felt so good. Head to https://soulsnacks.ca/ and use coupon code BREAKINGBRAVE for 15% off your purchase!!! ​&CRANK COFFEE the newest member of the Neal Brothers family. Crank Coffee is a new Canadian whole bean coffee brand that is certified organic and fair trade. Founded by the Neal Brothers Peter and Chris. This brand was influenced by cycling, coffee lovers, and experts! Check it out at the Neal brothers online shop here:...