Still in the Saddle: JR Vezain’s Fight to Keep Competing

About this episode

JR Vezain shares his journey of resilience and determination after a life-changing spinal cord injury.

From the top of the rodeo world to a life-changing spinal cord injury, JR Vezain’s story is one of resilience, grit, and redefining what’s possible. In this episode of Pivot Point of View, JR shares the journey of navigating life after the accident that left him paralyzed. He talks about the mental and physical battles, the importance of faith and family, and how to trust God's timing and purpose. Now competing in the reined cow horse world, JR continues to prove that determination, faith and heart can carry you further than anyone might expect. This conversation is about faith, perseverance, perspective, and the power of pivoting when life changes in an instant.

People in this episode

Guest: Jr Vezain

Topics covered

• resilience
• spinal cord injury
• faith
• perseverance
• reined cow horse

Keywords

• mental battles
• physical battles
• family support
• trusting God's timing

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Pivot Point of View

More episodes of Pivot Point of View

• If stretching hasn’t worked for you… it’s not your fault. · April 8, 2026 · 6 min
• Riding Through the Unknown with Ashley Sanders · March 6, 2026 · 31 min
• Joint Pain, Weight Gain & Brain Fog? Real Help for Menopause with Maggie Lamle, RN · February 20, 2026 · 36 min
• Cold Weather, Stronger Bodies: Winter Conditioning for Horses & Riders · January 25, 2026 · 38 min
• Strong First, Skinny Second: The GLP-1 Discussion · January 7, 2026 · 38 min
• 2025 NFR Recap: Drama, Ground Conditions & Injuries · December 20, 2025 · 25 min