Girl Thrives as Amputee Gymnast | Documentary

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  • Опубліковано 15 тра 2024
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    This testimonial was created for Amputee Blade Runners: a charity that provides free running and sports legs to active amputees throughout the country.
    Learn more at amputeebladerunners.com
    Equipment/Software used
    GH5 with Sigma Art 18-35 and a Tiffen Black Pro Mist filter
    BMPCC4K with Sigma Art 50mm and a Tiffen Digital Diffusion filter.
    Aputure 300D for the keylight
    Rhino Arc 2 for the closeup shots of mom
    Glidecam
    Crane 2
    Rode Wireless Go
    Zoom H4
    Rode NTG2
    Davinci Resolve
    Music purchased from Soundstripe
    "Self Lit" by Shane Becker
    "A Whisper" by Be Still The Earth
    ©2020 Flying Jackalope
    #Flying_Jackalope
    #documentary
    00:00 Her dream
    00:58 Lawn Mower Accident
    03:10 Breaking every foot
    05:00 Her first athletic foot
    05:51 Her first cart wheel
    07:15 The community

КОМЕНТАРІ • 491

  • @Siggy4844
    @Siggy4844 2 роки тому +972

    I couldn't imagine how the grandfather must have felt when he accidentally ran over her. It's great to see that this devastating injury didn't hold Aspen back from accomplishing her goals. What a strong, inspirational little girl.

    • @michellekauffman7942
      @michellekauffman7942 2 роки тому +7

      yeah same

    • @idioticbagel2833
      @idioticbagel2833 2 роки тому +7

      I can’t even

    • @small_potato5086
      @small_potato5086 2 роки тому +10

      Love this message

    • @What_Ur_Watching_Rn
      @What_Ur_Watching_Rn 2 роки тому +7

      I love it too!! 🥲❤️ also, how old is she? I do gymnastics to and I can’t do anything she can yet well some of them like the running round off flip flop, and she seems about my age!! But also, I love how brave and incouraging to other girls and boys of all ages!! She has inspired them all!!!

    • @Disneylover10
      @Disneylover10 2 роки тому

      @@small_potato5086 Me Too and I hope she is doing OK 👍

  • @astute1001
    @astute1001 2 роки тому +432

    This is why we need gymnastics at the Paralympic Games. Look at this talent! What an incredible athlete!

    • @sumairaaftab2377
      @sumairaaftab2377 2 роки тому

      It is

    • @PrettyPrincess7788
      @PrettyPrincess7788 2 роки тому +2

      @@sumairaaftab2377 No it is NOT.....it should be but again is not.

    • @cristinaasla1368
      @cristinaasla1368 2 роки тому +4

      @@sumairaaftab2377 you'd be thinking bout the special olympics

    • @OrigamiWaterfalls
      @OrigamiWaterfalls Рік тому +1

      That’s so right

    • @debkeller2440
      @debkeller2440 11 місяців тому

      I am so sorry that your daughter that is so sad I sorry your daughter I am so sorry she's probably a lot of pain I'm so sorry how she doing she feeling better UA-cam cat UA-cam channel it's Michelle with me to know you've looked me up when you chill it😊

  • @Beccastyles_
    @Beccastyles_ 2 роки тому +543

    What an awesome little girl! I feel for the grandpa, I can't imagine how terrible he feels. She is thriving and just amazing!

  • @whitcassie
    @whitcassie 3 роки тому +256

    Wow, even in the hospital photos she still looks so positive. What a strong little girl. It would be so easy to say "my life is over", but she said "no no no, my life is just beginning. Let's do this"

    • @Audreeeyyyy1
      @Audreeeyyyy1 2 роки тому

      yessss

    • @AM-pz6xu
      @AM-pz6xu Рік тому +1

      Yes!! I would have been like, this will never be the same, but she's using her foot as an ADVANTAGE!

  • @Poison_Ivy_420
    @Poison_Ivy_420 2 роки тому +74

    As a Arkansas girl I love that one of our cheerleaders helped show that Anything is possible. Aspen is a beautiful girl with a even more beautiful soul 💖

    • @soph6145
      @soph6145 Рік тому +1

      You are a strong girl

  • @jennfontan188
    @jennfontan188 3 роки тому +206

    what an amazing little girl. I wish her nothing but the best. her future is so bright and she deserves it all💗💗💗

  • @IndigoTiger_828
    @IndigoTiger_828 2 роки тому +69

    The fact that she can do more with 1 foot than i can with 2 feet just blows my mind

  • @imogenmaley2643
    @imogenmaley2643 3 роки тому +184

    it made me cry and she is really good at gymnastics

  • @orchiiidz
    @orchiiidz 3 роки тому +146

    Yeah I knew her., and after finding out about what happened I felt really bad but still I am much amazed of how she worked so hard to achieve her goals she’s a really good gymnast aswell.💕✨

    • @marynovas4170
      @marynovas4170 3 роки тому +8

      Hi Sophia!! Thanks so much!💕

    • @lgis07
      @lgis07 2 роки тому +4

      @@Sarahhh_13 Mary Novas is Aspen’s mom’s name.

    • @Sarahhh_13
      @Sarahhh_13 2 роки тому +4

      @@lgis07 ohhhhh I didn’t pick that up

    • @lgis07
      @lgis07 2 роки тому +2

      @@Sarahhh_13 it’s okay

    • @CharliGill09
      @CharliGill09 2 роки тому +1

      @@marynovas4170 your daughters amazing more amazing than I’ll ever be!

  • @chrisbordoni8276
    @chrisbordoni8276 2 роки тому +22

    Thank you for sharing your story with us. Aspen is an amazing little girl & gymnast. Thanks to you investigating a better “foot” for your daughter; not only have you helped her but like you said a lot of others. I do hope that seeing her thrive helps her Grandpa feel better - that must’ve been horrible for him even though it was an accident. This is a very inspiring story - keep thriving Aspen!❤️

  • @kayladaniels5729
    @kayladaniels5729 Рік тому +12

    Same thing happened to my daughter at 4. She is now 7 and is very active, wanting to do everything! So far we have played softball and done pageants. She wanting to do soccer and gymnastics as well.

    • @FlyingJackalope
      @FlyingJackalope  Рік тому +2

      Awesome!!

    • @gadeaiglesiassordo716
      @gadeaiglesiassordo716 Рік тому +1

      Soccer is a very special sports. There is an adapted version where players play with crutches and without the prosthetic leg. It's really impressive. For example this year's best goal was from a polish guy playing with crutches.

  • @greenbeantm1096
    @greenbeantm1096 2 роки тому +10

    It makes me happy that people are more focused on making prosthetic limbs usable instead of how realistic they can look

    • @mindyschocolate
      @mindyschocolate Рік тому +1

      Yup! Screw blending in, I’d take functionality any day! I’d want to live normally, not be hindered because I can’t do anything that could break my realistic body part.

  • @Sarah-ty5ev
    @Sarah-ty5ev 9 місяців тому +3

    Scottish Rite is a wonderful hospital! I’m so glad she’s able to do what she loves. I hope to see her someday at the Olympics!

  • @sarah-vharnden1891
    @sarah-vharnden1891 Рік тому +10

    I CANT WAIT to see her in NCAA gymnastics someday!! What an inspiration!!

  • @wendywoes163
    @wendywoes163 Рік тому +3

    ABSOLUTLEY inspirational! True gymnast! Sitting straight back and toes pointed! Well done ❤️

  • @Jules8294
    @Jules8294 2 роки тому +3

    What a brave brave brave girl, thanks for sharing and motivating us all!!!

  • @audreybracken4305
    @audreybracken4305 2 роки тому +6

    Wow this shows that not only one person is different!! I love how other kids were at the hospital!!
    And this goes to show that everyone can do ANYTHING!!!!!!!

  • @kimberlyamsel8916
    @kimberlyamsel8916 Рік тому +3

    I am a pediatric PT and love love love seeing kids achievements like hers!! Thanks for sharing!!

    • @FlyingJackalope
      @FlyingJackalope  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching and choosing a profession where you can help children.

  • @TheDiamondDancer7
    @TheDiamondDancer7 2 роки тому +2

    Such a beautiful story! I like that she and all the other kids are having fun with that!

  • @alyssaramirez3708
    @alyssaramirez3708 3 роки тому +75

    NEVER GIVE UP LITTLE ANGEL!!!

    • @laylahart6712
      @laylahart6712 2 роки тому +2

      I love your comment ❤ 💕 ♥ 💖 😍 💗 ❤ 💕

  • @sarahgracewithanh
    @sarahgracewithanh 2 роки тому +13

    How does this have 1M views and only 13k likes? This is such an amazing and inspiring story!💜

  • @aca2410
    @aca2410 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the opportunity to learn about this charity and donate
    Beautiful girl with a beautiful spirit.

  • @mindyschocolate
    @mindyschocolate Рік тому +2

    What an amazing program! And I love the colors on that prosthetic!

  • @arfriedman4577
    @arfriedman4577 2 роки тому +3

    I wish you and your family the best. Its nice to see the young lady thrive..I feel bad about her grandfather.

  • @maddie2546
    @maddie2546 Рік тому +2

    Love being about to practice and watch her and see how far she has come!

  • @user-yw7vr9um4c
    @user-yw7vr9um4c 2 місяці тому +1

    i play volleyball with Aspen! She is absolutely great and has really adjusted to the change from gymnastics to volleyball. I absolutely love her and she has a great humor!

  • @AmandaZemon
    @AmandaZemon 10 місяців тому +1

    This story was especially inspirational to me since I'm also a gymnast and she gives a great example of how we should never give up!

  • @adorb_avaxo
    @adorb_avaxo 2 роки тому +4

    Can’t believe she is so brave! I would cry so hard I can hardly breathe if I had gone to that situation. Tell Aspen great job and amazing effort.

  • @user-mz9tk5cs2d
    @user-mz9tk5cs2d Рік тому +2

    What a true inspiration young lady YOU ROCK ALL DAY LONG.Don’t ever give up

  • @patricedowney6947
    @patricedowney6947 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so very much for sharing! Wow! What a testimony!!!!

  • @argon805
    @argon805 2 роки тому +2

    what a great inspiring story, thank you!

  • @taylorgymnast1432
    @taylorgymnast1432 3 роки тому +5

    This is such an amazing story! This girl is going to help a lot of young people for their futures

  • @dekusi1857
    @dekusi1857 2 роки тому +2

    bro i'm gonna cry this is so incredible

  • @AmityBlight834
    @AmityBlight834 11 місяців тому +1

    This story is amazing and inspiring and she looks so happy

  • @shelbysimms615
    @shelbysimms615 2 роки тому +11

    Cannot wait to see Aspen at the Olympics!! I'll be rooting for her when she gets there! She has some time but I know shell do it!

  • @jackelynnryan3476
    @jackelynnryan3476 2 роки тому +2

    How does this video have 1.2m views and only 15k likes?
    Go Aspen! Your such an amazing soul, thank you for reminding me what greatness looks like and to never ever give up.
    And to Aspen's parents- what an amazing job you've done raising her. She's got your shiny 🌞 bright heart's 💛

    • @FlyingJackalope
      @FlyingJackalope  2 роки тому +1

      100% Agree. Just hard to understand. I do realize now that watching UA-cam through a TV doesn't lend itself to a very easy user experience as far as liking videos, etc. So that could be a reason. Not sure. The dislikes are kind of heart breaking if I'm being honest. I would at least like to have a reason to know what could be better.

  • @Izzy-yy6kg
    @Izzy-yy6kg 2 роки тому +10

    Omg. I am a gymnast and I feel and broke my leg and I was so scared to get back up. But I did cause of this video right here. I feel for the grandpa

  • @jayburgs9882
    @jayburgs9882 2 роки тому +8

    Admirable! Little warrior.

  • @chaelist.bernard6438
    @chaelist.bernard6438 2 роки тому +3

    ❤️☺️keep killing it sis

  • @MagicBoyXd
    @MagicBoyXd 7 місяців тому +3

    She is talented🎉

  • @aannikaagupta59748
    @aannikaagupta59748 Рік тому

    Omg your story made me cry

  • @BokhariTube
    @BokhariTube 2 роки тому +4

    Hey Kid ur my Inspiration.....May Allah give u more and more strength and u share it with people like us ......Stay Blessed Kid

  • @kristy615
    @kristy615 2 роки тому +2

    INCREDIBLE!

  • @chelsea9168
    @chelsea9168 2 роки тому +4

    o my god this is so inspiring !!

  • @mihaelahatch8977
    @mihaelahatch8977 3 роки тому +4

    Such a touching story

  • @graceharrison1991
    @graceharrison1991 2 роки тому +10

    She’s amazing, very brave and a great gymnast! 🐶

  • @daisyandtwinkels4390
    @daisyandtwinkels4390 2 роки тому +2

    I love this story so much

  • @yolandejarossay4985
    @yolandejarossay4985 2 роки тому +2

    magnifique volonté, courage, détermination. Belle leçon de vie. Bravo. Respect

  • @juliep2697
    @juliep2697 3 роки тому +9

    Awwww so inspiring!

  • @rissadp-m2679
    @rissadp-m2679 2 роки тому +2

    Amazing story . She will go far .

  • @lindadomecus4124
    @lindadomecus4124 2 роки тому +1

    What a wonderful story.

  • @AdventureTimeWithCJ
    @AdventureTimeWithCJ 2 роки тому +2

    She is a spectacular girl a very bright girl she never gave up her dreams keep up the great work

  • @nicolenehorne72
    @nicolenehorne72 3 роки тому +7

    SO PROUD OF HER!!!!!

  • @gymnasticswithalexis1463
    @gymnasticswithalexis1463 11 місяців тому +3

    I hope she reaches her dream! She's so brave pulling through all that! She's the definition of resilience! She's so brave and strong! She'll reach her dream with hard work and determination! Stay strong aspen!

  • @amputeedrummer
    @amputeedrummer 5 місяців тому +1

    You will thrive, because of your spirit, drive and talent! All the best to you!

  • @jordynlove6102
    @jordynlove6102 3 роки тому +5

    Wow she's amazing!

  • @hnichole
    @hnichole 11 місяців тому +2

    Something about Aspen reminds me of a young Lilliana Ketchman from "Dance Moms." Lilliana was a preemie and had health issues as a young dancer, and something about Aspen's story and just her overall demeanor about what happened to her and how she's still pursuing her dream reminds me of Lilly. Good on her, I hope she continues to be successful!

  • @lindamarie6574
    @lindamarie6574 Рік тому +1

    Incredible!

  • @LuLuTheGuru
    @LuLuTheGuru Рік тому +2

    Wow what an inspiration 😊🧚🏾‍♀️🙌🏾🦋

  • @paulettewie2355
    @paulettewie2355 3 місяці тому +1

    So inspiring ❤❤❤

  • @mollythorpe6307
    @mollythorpe6307 Рік тому +3

    I was on a competitive team with an amputee girl she was a flyer she was amazing at cheer and gymnastics! ❤

  • @joseteran5823
    @joseteran5823 Рік тому +5

    God bless her.. She's one brave girl

  • @FlyingJackalope
    @FlyingJackalope  Рік тому +4

    0:58 The accident. 3:10 Breaking every foot she had. 5:00 Aspen tries on her first athletic foot. 5:51 Aspen tries her first cart wheel. 7:15 The amputeebladrunners community.
    Please be respectful in your comments. UA-cam decided on their own to disable and delete all of the encouraging comments since the launch of this video a few days ago. I was fortunately able to communicate with them to get them turned back on, but just barely.

  • @Mxshy_
    @Mxshy_ 2 роки тому +13

    I love how confident she is!

  • @justarobloxplayer3533
    @justarobloxplayer3533 2 роки тому +1

    Oh I know aspen she’s so sweet! I remember her when I used to go to excite what an inspiring story I watched them record!

  • @karend582
    @karend582 2 роки тому +3

    What a beautiful story - the triumph of the human spirit! The sky's the limit!!

  • @michellelindsay5727
    @michellelindsay5727 2 роки тому +11

    Fabulous and gut wrenching as I was cheering with her to happiness; congratulations Aspen. I’m sure the Grandfather felt horrible. That is one reason why everyone; including adults, need to stay away from machinery of all kind until they are shut off by the operator. It can be extremely dangerous...even causing death. Each piece of machinery states this when the operator is using them. Just as how to use them and why eye wear and potentially ear wearing may need to be worn as well. Safety first❤️

  • @destineewelch6383
    @destineewelch6383 2 роки тому +4

    She has no foot but she would not let that stop her and she would not give up wow 🤩 this is so inspiring for people in and out of gymnastics 🤸‍♂️

  • @margielewis6009
    @margielewis6009 Рік тому

    hugs to you and her!!!🥰

  • @morganlapic578
    @morganlapic578 2 роки тому +1

    So proud

  • @claraerazo8160
    @claraerazo8160 Рік тому +1

    I cry she is very inspirating❤

  • @yesyesyesysa
    @yesyesyesysa 3 роки тому +79

    meanwhile charli’s mom was crying cause she sat in the back of the class.

  • @avishnya1
    @avishnya1 2 роки тому +1

    Just amazing!@!!!

  • @tambrasmith9707
    @tambrasmith9707 Місяць тому +1

    Awesome

  • @man-gm5dd
    @man-gm5dd Рік тому +2

    You are so awesome, you are amazing!

  • @Mrsbitter1
    @Mrsbitter1 2 роки тому +9

    This is proof that an accident like this cant bring her hopes down she is so strong

  • @terrencecoccoli524
    @terrencecoccoli524 10 місяців тому +1

    Wow. I love a story with a positive and happy ending. I don’t think anything is going to stop that girl 😊

  • @pancakelover9326
    @pancakelover9326 2 роки тому +2

    So inspirational

  • @kimikoterai2137
    @kimikoterai2137 3 роки тому +125

    Aww imagine how bad the grandpa felt🥺

  • @georgialynn1921
    @georgialynn1921 2 роки тому +1

    Love the story

  • @DRMEME-kk6yt
    @DRMEME-kk6yt Рік тому +4

    What a gorgeous, adorable, strong and talented little girl!🥰😍✨🥳

  • @Carmah3
    @Carmah3 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome moves Aspen. I hope to see you at the Olympics one day! 🌟💕

  • @dldkckckcococod625
    @dldkckckcococod625 2 роки тому +2

    I remember aspen I went to the same gym as her and she was so strong and I remember all my coaches miss you all!❤️

  • @bubbleteayt9049
    @bubbleteayt9049 2 роки тому +5

    Her: loses foot: brave
    Me:bit my tounge:MUM TAKE ME TO THE AMBULANCE!!!

  • @FoodNerds
    @FoodNerds 2 роки тому

    This is fantastic

  • @RuffRyder4Life81
    @RuffRyder4Life81 2 роки тому +3

    #teamaspen!! You are an incredible human being. Keep on tumbling!!

  • @duggydugg3937
    @duggydugg3937 2 роки тому

    wonderful

  • @murphylou21
    @murphylou21 3 роки тому +7

    I just wanna say Aspen u are amazing just the way u are and u are unique and ya 😊

  • @justincarroll542
    @justincarroll542 2 роки тому +2

    You made me tear up 💘

  • @Life.With.Tea.
    @Life.With.Tea. Рік тому +3

    You go girl !

  • @nimioginni3471
    @nimioginni3471 3 роки тому +3

    I love this

  • @markbell9180
    @markbell9180 2 роки тому

    Well done keep persevering

  • @yepcarllc6367
    @yepcarllc6367 2 роки тому +2

    im so happy for her

  • @garycotter7433
    @garycotter7433 2 роки тому +2

    God bless you guys

  • @janetstreet2400
    @janetstreet2400 2 роки тому +1

    Love 💕 the video I have just one word amazing what a brave little girl I hope that grandad is ok I have so much admiration in what she has achieved a beautiful girl I am sending you lots of hugs from me to you and all of the family

  • @wendyalexander1893
    @wendyalexander1893 Рік тому

    Adore this little gal❤️

  • @meherbabaisgodinhumanform3090
    @meherbabaisgodinhumanform3090 2 роки тому +1

    Wow!

  • @601salsa
    @601salsa 10 місяців тому +1

    I used to go gymnastics as a kid. Its not easy even for abled bodied people, for an amputee it must be at least twice as challenging. This girl is phenominal and truky inspiring. I hope she makes it to the para olympics

  • @Kari2025
    @Kari2025 2 роки тому +3

    I used to think my Dad was being dramatic about it, but when I’d be next door with the neighbors and they were mowing the grass, he told me to never go near it.

  • @beautifullymixed7612
    @beautifullymixed7612 3 роки тому +3

    I’m so glad she is ok