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Top 5 Amazing Athletes Who Compete With a Disability

Sport and disability have a long and illustrious history together. From the Paralympics to the Special Olympics, sport has always been a way for people with disabilities to unite and show the world that they can do anything, even compete at the highest levels. So it comes as no surprise that athletes with disabilities are some of the most talented and determined people on the planet.

In this blog post, we take a look at 5 amazing athletes who compete with a disability. From wheelchair basketball stars to amputee swimmers, these athletes have beaten all odds to prove that nothing is impossible. So if you’re looking for inspiration, feel free to check out these amazing athletes.

Nick Scott

Nick Scott was just 16 years old when he was involved in a horrific car accident that changed his life forever. The accident left him paralyzed from the waist down and unable to walk.


But Nick didn’t let his paralysis stop him from living his life to the fullest. He became a professional bodybuilder, competing in and winning many competitions. He even earned the nickname “The Beast” because of his incredible strength and determination.

Now, at the age of 30, Nick is still inspiring others with his story of overcoming adversity. He continues to compete in bodybuilding competitions and shows no signs of slowing down any time soon.

Nick became a source of inspiration for everyone around him, and he eventually became a successful bodybuilder.


Reggie Benett

In Bodybuilder Reggie Benett’s case, his curiosity turned back on him when he came across a gun, and accidentally shot himself in the spine. The now 21-year-old has been unable to walk since the age of 13.

“It was just a freak accident,” said Benett. “I was messing around with the gun and it went off. I never thought something like this would happen to me.”

After the accident, doctors told Benett that he would never walk again. But that didn’t stop him from living his life to the fullest. He continued to bodybuild and competes in competitions. In fact, he even won a few titles.

“I’m not going to let this stop me from doing what I love,” said Benett.


Sham Singh Shera

In 1975, Sham Singh Shera was born with polio. He was told he would never walk, let alone compete in bodybuilding competitions. But Shera didn’t give up. He worked hard to rehab his body and build the strength he needed to walk again. By the time he was a teenager, he had not only regained the ability to walk, but also became a champion bodybuilder in the physically challenged category.

He is owner of much prestigious achievements such as he won gold medals at the IFBB World Championship twice in 2011 and 2015; ten times winner of Mr. India, and Won the Punjab State Championship.


Shera’s story is one of determination and hope. He serves as an inspiration to anyone who has ever faced adversity. Despite being dealt a difficult hand in life, he has persevered and achieved great things. His story is a reminder that anything is possible if you set your mind to it and never give up.


John Quinn

Bodybuilder John Quinn was victim of a near fatal motorcycle accident at a young age. It resulted in many broken bones and the loss of mobility. However, he has made an amazing recovery and now competes in bodybuilding competitions. He is an inspiration to many people who have faced similar challenges.

John Quinn is an inspiring Bodybuilder and wheelchair athlete. He has competed in many events, and he has shown us that disability shouldn’t stop you from achieving your goals. Inspiring stories like John’s show us that anything is possible when you put your mind to it and have the determination to succeed. Disability shouldn’t stop you from living a happy, fulfilling life. It should only make your dreams that much more challenging.


Nino Savona

Nino Savona is a bodybuilder who has a dream body, despite having to walk on crutches. His disabilities do not slow him down and his endurance is most of the reason why he is able to achieve his goals.

 
Savona was born with a congenital disorder that caused him to have weakened bones and muscles. As a result, he has had to use crutches most of his life. Despite this, Savona has never let his disability stop him from achieving his goals.

He started weightlifting when he was just 13 years old and by the time he was 20, he had won numerous competitions. In fact, Savona’s disability has actually helped him become a better bodybuilder because it forces him to focus on other areas of his body that are not affected by his disorder.


Conclusion

What an amazing group of athletes! All of them have competed with a disability and managed to achieve success despite their limitations. From Nick Scott, who has cerebral palsy, to Sham Singh Shera, who has dwarfism, these athletes have shown the world that anything is possible. Their stories and achievements are a testament to the power of determination and resilience. So don’t let your disability hold you back – rise to the challenge and compete at your best.

Check out our website Shamsher Foundation who is continuously working and supporting athlete and bodybuilders with disability by providing them bodybuilding supplement, conducting workshops and providing them international bodybuilding platform such as Sheru Classic to compete and further achieve the recognition.

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