Gymnast With Down Syndrome Defies Doctors | BORN DIFFERENT

[@nikkishears6402]

As a former gymnast, I can tell you, what this young lady is accomplishing isn't easy, especially for an adult. Not only does it take physical strength, commitment, and guts, but it takes an unwavering belief in yourself. She's got it all. God bless her!

[@outdoorsycatlady]

She is AMAZING

[@AnnemieM]

Yep, she's got it. Thanks to her parents she can.

[@aninhapmr]

Beautiful what you wrote. 😍

[@jozefhatert6231]

Thats why i see her as a hero

[@annabelleb.8096]

So neat! Such great parents. Because of them she is happy and skilled.

[@madimadeline1113]

I love how they treat her like a ordinary human being instead of talking to her like a 3 year old child, she’s so talented and defies all the doctors who told her she couldn’t.

[@lisapetroni8732]

Madi Madeline I aggre!

[@hlh56789]

Doctors jobs are not to lower people's self esteems, it's their responsibility to warn her family and herself that there is a chance she may not have muscle tone or great coordination. They weren't trying to put her down haha they are just trying to do their jobs as doctors as be as honest as possible. There's no need to villainise the people that work their whole life to help people.

[@alex73217]

I think I was like that for a bit too, talking to someone who has a mental age of maybe 3 like they are actually 3. But I learned really fast and even if its sometimes a little weird I always try to talk to adults like they are adults. Sometimes its difficult in situations where you need to decide something and get them to listen, but even then it needs to be respectful. (E.g. you need to take a shower, pack your backpack, are not allowed to eat candy (guy with Prader-Willi-Syndrome who needs to watch what he's eating) etc)

[@travisgoff99]

I agree with you Maddi

[@belle369]

I know! I can’t stand people who talk to other with special needs like they’re a child. Just because they have special needs doesn’t mean they all want to be treated like they’re special. Most of them just want to be treated equally

[@Vitaluv]

"We tried soccer...she kept finding trees to sit in the shade"....That was so me!

[@marieschott9615]

same

[@cantfindarii]

Lmao

[@solluzmar]

She's smart

[@patrickstar2659]

And i liked to make daisy chains at softball practice

[@katherinejones8515]

OMG she is doing handsprings! Most people never even have the bavery to try back handsprings.

[@bbgxo7967]

As someone with a slight disability, the coach and the parents are 100% amazing. Everyone wants to be treated equal, stepping on eggshells and speaking to us like we don’t comprehend as well doesn’t make us feel better . I promise

[@luckybear4]

Exactly! People want to be treated with dignity and respect for their human worth, whether someone has a disability or not seems irrelevant. Parents and teachers, coaches, mentors etc., who are good communicators tailor their communication style to individuals, to reach them wherever they are, and help them learn and grow; we all need that. We are all born with different skills and abilities and we all need to be nurtured and supported in order to reach our fullest potential in life.

[@lorriefinley3129]

@S Miller very articulate. Thank you.

[@blackblessed3130]

@@luckybear4 AMEN MY FRIEND! YOU ARE SO RIGHT ☺️.

[@melegimayseeylul8862]

@melegimayseeylul8862 I am a girl with down syndrome from Türkiye. I would be happy if you subscribed

[@imanis2630]

“She kept finding trees to sit in the shade “ 😂😂same girl ... Same

[@villanelle9634]

imani S lmao a literal mood

[@Delicate_Disaster]

All I could think is "That sounds like me when someone tries to make me play sports" lol

[@cantfindarii]

imani S lmao

[@suefarr3122]

BOYD HIGH SCHOOL McKINNEY ,TEXAS video

[@kimb9362]

On my daughter's 6U soccer team, many of the kids weren't that interested in soccer; they preferred picking flowers and holding hands.

[@glowworm2]

I'm so happy that Chelsea and her parents proved the doctors wrong. Chelsea is awesome and I love her smile!

[@tinasuter2883]

glowworm2 Right! That smile just made me forget how bad of a day I thought I was having!

[@DeadAngel14]

Tina Suter same:")

[@punklifa2002]

Yes. And doctors need to stop telling people with disabilities that they can't do much or can't be independent or successful in life. Only they can determine that for themselves, a disability does not.

[@leenaa.9671]

Caitlyn Dicroce and doctors never say that a patient won’t be successful or be able to be fully independent EVER. That’s complete crap. The only thing out of those that a doctor might say is that the patient needs some assistance at first. Other than that, a doctor doesn’t tell their patient they aren’t capable of doing stuff, that they won’t be successful or that they can’t ever be independent. So stop making things up to bash doctors

[@chuchao2737]

glowworm2 kuuiiyiiyiyyiyikyiyikyilyiyiyki

[@jamiemarie4894]

Her success in gymnastics goes to show that being treated as an equal with strict discipline, developmental delays or not, you can do amazing things. Her trainer deserves praise and is the perfect example for anyone parenting, training or teaching anyone with a disability. Her parents are pretty awesome to for believing in her with modeling and gymnastics letting her spread her wings. ❤️

[@KINGKROSBYSKINGDOM]

amen

[@paulawynn9779]

People don't realize how CAPABLE those with Downs are! When I was in college studying to become a teacher, we had to work in the university child development center. I had a little girl with Downs who was BRILLIANT! I have a sister with cognitive disabilities, so I interacted with Annie differently than the other education majors. We had so much fun together, and we were both sad when the semester was over. I've kept up with her, and she's now in college! I'm so proud to say I know her!!!

[@gracesemenzato8743]

👏👏👏👏

[@jornalnacionalsensacional]

exacly!!!! My little brother has down syndrome, and he is SO BRILLIANT!! He loves playing videogames, playing soccer and playing the drums and he is so GOOD at it! I love him so much- we grew up in a very supportive family - him having down syndrome and me being autistic with ADHD - Mom always made sure we were loved and always told us that we were capable of everything!!

[@ElaAusDemTal]

She is so cute, and driven, too! Such a muscle tone - I bet her pediatrician is still puzzled.

[@landyncarson7334]

I agree, but minor detail she wouldn't have a pediatrician she's 26

[@randomqueer5243]

Landyn Carson correct me if I'm wrong but I think she meant her pediatrician from when she was younger because they said she wouldn't be able to to sports👍🏻- but I do agree

[@aesaphyr]

As a paediatrician I just want to say that muscle tone is different to muscle strength. When we're born we don't have much muscle strength at all so low muscle tone affects us way more. However once we start walking and develop more muscle strength, muscle tone has less of an impact. For all we know Chelsea probably does still have a degree of low muscle tone but with her regular exercise, her muscle strength is now such that it isn't an issue. I imagine it wasn't easy for her at the start though.

[@The_Whimsical_Stenographer]

@ wupper doctors can be wrong. In this case, that's a good thing. 😊

[@jenniferheaton5306]

@@aesaphyr yes. It’s a hard thing for many of us to understand. My son who has Down Syndrome is INCREDIBLY strong. One of his strengths is athletics, specifically baseball. But, bc of his low muscle tone and formation, he aspirates.

[@cfer8404]

The dad looks and sounds like what i would imagine Mr. Incredible would be in real life.

[@belle369]

YOU’RE RIGHT!

[@NoahBodze]

He looks like David Gilmour from Pink Floyd.

[@alexragas6818]

eye-

[@gbmp419]

Kek

[@oodlespaos]

c fer you are right!

[@themindylynn4927]

The world needs to stop treating special needs people like they aren't real people. I love the parents attitude about their child getting yelled at and saying to themselves "get her". She would never achieve greatness by being babied. I train my kids when it's time for special Olympics. I'm that dramatic parent playing eye of the tiger on my way to competitions. My kids might be different but they're not a disability

[@HellenaHanbasquet]

Amen! Same! I have an 8 year old with DS and shes treated just like the rest of my kids. We have high expectations and she lives up to them.

[@overgrownkudzu]

yep. they have a disability but that is just one part of who they are.

[@ps6474]

The Mindy Lynn....Well said! Kudos to you for your genuine wisdom, you must be a truly good loving mother.

[@ginb981]

Aww

[@josefine7095]

Also how can we expect a child with impairment to reach the same milestones as neurotypical children when they aren't treated as if it is possible for them to do so?

[@spaceman9650]

i like the way how proud the parents are, it feels so heartwarming

[@sarahm4255]

I did cheer with Chelsea when I was younger! Always a bright light and everyone loved her! ❤️❤️

[@clarissa1856]

She did cheer? The video never said anything about her doing cheer. That's cool though!

[@janetmonkey75]

In the video, there's a picture of her in a cheer uniform. I think it's cool that she did both! :D

[@clarissa1856]

@@janetmonkey75 what spot in the video?

[@janetmonkey75]

@@clarissa1856let me watch again and I'll come back. =)

[@janetmonkey75]

@@clarissa1856 start at about 5:29 and look just behind the blue trophy. It's very brief.

[@indishoops4944]

she is very talented

[@trinitylivingston1286]

Yeah!

[@gwenmartinsen3979]

And she works HARD.

[@trinitylivingston1286]

@@gwenmartinsen3979 very hard.

[@rose.6022]

And I can't even make a sandwich 😶

[@EagleFangBasketball22]

And she's extremely self-disciplined. 🙂

[@mooncore589]

Chelsea out here livin her best life and I’m in my room eating a bag of lays chips😔

[@aidan-leeholland4962]

Too Expensive to be Namjoon’s girl and here I am fangirling over Lay 😹😹👏🏽

[@mikailawright49]

You living ur best life to if that makes you happy

[@heavenkelley5608]

Too Expensive to be Namjoon’s girl me

[@azraaell]

You mean walkers?

[@trinitylivingston1286]

Me, I'm just waiting to go back to school and stuff. I had to go on winter break and I love school and work and hate this.

[@kathylaycock7059]

Mum and Dad, you are beautiful people, and your daughter Chelsea is just an inspiration on all levels, her personality, her abilities, you must be so darn proud.

[@justinpullin98]

Mum and stepdad, son Justin

[@melissaoiler2414]

Mum Melissa and step-dad Patrick Starbuck son Justin

[@ja3sk3adik55]

We had a neighbor who had DS and he is a very fast swimmer and is a body builder. I remember guys and girls in the gym complimenting his abs and lean muscle all over. Imho, he could compete as a body builder. What I see in common with him and Chelsea is that their parents are very, very, very supportive. I wish our family kept in touch because am wondering how he is doing 15 years since they moved to Canada.

[@preetkaur2744]

Ja3 sk3adik f

[@eagletmars]

I absolutely love their parent's bond with her. It's so unique! They just connect to her soul, and it is touching. Great parents that support their daughter in the best way a parent can: with love. The humor doesn't hurt! Very inspiring what she is doing, and proud of her and her parents for not letting the world tell them what is possible.

[@jenniferheaton5306]

As a mom to a child with Down syndrome and being in a wonderful community with many others who have children with special needs, most of us are pretty close to our kids. I absolutely love being with my son. They need a little more of our help. But they are the biggest blessings to us.

[@poohbear6806]

I can't imagine how proud her parents must be😘

[@nez4543]

none none your a troll

[@nez4543]

LMAO

[@brendatrump5163]

I can't even do the splits, lol. This woman is amazing and beautiful; she doesn't need any makeup; she's just naturally beautiful and she shines.

[@seer1623]

I'm so impressed with this kid I can't find the words. I remember in high school standing on a balance beam terrified to take a step. To think someone with such a serious disability could perform at this level is mind boggling and no accident. All Downs syndrome patients are different but I know of one who has never learned to speak, never been toilet trained and her mother's apathy towards her potential has to have played a role. I can see Chelsea getting a job, having a family, living basically a normal life. She may never win a Nobel prize (maybe a Nobel peace prize?) but can and is certainly making a contribution.

[@moonchild650]

Right! She's prettier without makeup. What an impressive young lady!

[@marilynwillett804]

I WAS IN DANCE WHY DO YOU GIRLS SAY SPLITS? ITS SPLIT.

[@Pickle-lo365]

@@marilynwillett804 I think both work

[@lathafalls7675]

@@marilynwillett804 It’s ok

[@aexis417]

i did dance with her for almost two years and she is a happy and brave girl. im so proud of her!

[@SureliMahapatra93]

Aexis with the girl in the video?

[@darcalicexo8730]

Aexis bless her😍😍👏👏

[@lixishere4ever]

Sureli Mahapatra no her mother.

[@yes207]

Aexis that’s not dancing.

[@paige5013]

Leggo My Eggo Chelsea could also do dance

[@maddietillem6778]

It's awesome how her parents and her coach don't ignore her disability, they seem to provide support for her when needed, but they also treat her like a normal person her age and they set goals and expectations for her as any other parent would. They know that while some things might take longer for her, and she might act a bit differently from other people, she is still capable of reaching her goals. I wish more people realized this!

[@rainyseason1975]

This is clearly good parenting. Meaning she wasn't treated as 'special and delicate or entitled'...like the current majority. This video actually makes me ponder exactly how many downs children were treated as infants rather than allowing them to grow to their full potential. Basically, how many doctors told parents their kids would never be the 'standard' norm, leading the families to treat them as such? When if they had said.."hey...take this kid home and change NOTHING. This child is fine"....what would the end result be? Probably similar to this. I think she makes a fabulous role model for FUTURE PARENTS of kids with downs. She's showing them what their child can be...in the face of hearing what a doc thinks they will be..... girl....you fricken rock. Oh...and the black outfit your modeling in your kitchen...love it!

[@marzipanmango]

They do seem like great parents, and I think you definitely have a point about not coddling people so they can reach their full potential. However, my family has been close with another family since before I was born, and they have a daughter (now in her 30's) who has very severe Down's. She can barely walk, as she has many physical issues (not just mental), and her speech is completely unintelligible to people who don't know her well. Her mom is a no-nonsense nurse and both her parents were expecting her to be doing better than she is now. There's a pretty big range of how Down's presents that isn't due to environment.

[@elizabethl7634]

There is really a large spectrum with downs syndrome, some are higher functioning and others are more severe.

[@astrinymris9953]

Sorry, but you can't cure a disability by pretending it doesn't exist. Chelsea Werner is just high functioning, like some other people with Down syndrome. I mean, the Werners deserve kudos for giving Chelsea the opportunity to do gymnastics at a high level, but that doesn't mean that parents with lower-functioning spoiled them.

[@ig7002]

I agree. Her parents are awesome. They also appear to be quite wealthy, which is why she has had access to coaching and likely lots of therapy. Not to undermine her accomplishments. She is amazing! It's just that such an amazing girl would likely not have reached her potential with other parents.

[@blairariavanderkamp3405]

@@marzipanmango Exactly!!! Many children with Downs or other disabilities will never be able to accomplish even just a quarter of what Chelsea has and it's not because they were coddled, it's because they just don't have the capacity.

[@scatmanstoops61]

I can definitely say she is literally the definition for a role model. Way to go Chelsea!!!

[@abidinginchrist3139]

She actually has a great body type for gymnastics! She looks great!

[@yooneeque1]

I've heard that people with Down Syndrome are often especially flexible - no doubt an asset in gymnastics. In any case, Chelsea is amazing.

[@boboloko]

@@yooneeque1 They have loose ligaments

[@friendlyneighbourhoodbridg1354]

@@boboloko can be very detrimental as well, as they can be more susceptible to joint injuries (I have loose ligaments - but not Down Syndrome - and have had multiple joint injuries that require casts from simple accidents)

[@orrrigiinal1780]

i used to go to gym with her

[@tangiechapman6219]

@@Dontrolling how tall are you

[@tuesdaypatience]

I was a gymnast from about 5yrs to 15yrs and by 26yrs, I wouldn’t have been able to do a back-walkover on the beam to save my life. You go, Chelsea - you are absolutely amazing!!!! World champion and a model. Girl, you’ve got the world on a string ❤️!

[@graceenstine1486]

Stacie M same

[@lisabaltzer3163]

Stacie M If you don’t practice often, you loose skills quick.

[@mr-yl8oq]

Its still there just go practice

[@tuesdaypatience]

S cell Don't you mean I "must *have* been a rubbish gymnast"? 🙄 I think this type of trolling on a video like this is BEYOND sick. However, if you do feel the need to be a jerk, at least get your grammar together.

[@tuesdaypatience]

S cell 😘

[@TheMilune]

Can we just say how utterly beautiful she is? What a beautiful and lovely young woman.

[@Joelbrace2]

@Chad K she's 26

[@jessicahehrer]

Yes! Her smile is gorgeous.

[@CHEESEBALLZ123]

@Chad K its not being a pervert, the person is complimenting her. unless what you said was a joke

[@orlybabe]

She is beautiful, and the light inside her makes her even more stunning

[@SuperUsername147]

Chad K first of all she’s 26. Second of all, why is it that no one can call a woman beautiful without automatically assuming it’s sexual?

[@VelvetJazz]

She shines from the inside out, what a great young woman!

[@abyjoemama2288]

When she said 26 i thought the captuin would say 16 or somthing or 15 she looks young

[@lyzahgarzetty1778]

I was thinking the same. She looks so young.

[@olianasophia9625]

-Sweet Nightmares- Same

[@scamp1673]

"Average person it might take one year as Chelsea it would take two" I couldn't achieve what this little girls done in a lifetime Respect 👊

[@wonky4802]

she's 26 lol

[@vladivanov5500]

Which contradicts their claim that she "competes just like everybody else" It's good she's improving and all, but don't oversell it. She does not compete "like everybody else", she is inherently disadvantaged.

[@SuperUsername147]

Vlad Ivanov I think the point was that she is getting treated like everyone else with respect to how she is trained. She just moves at a slower rate. They don’t treat her like she’s going to break or like she is going to fail. They don’t tell her she can’t compete because of her disability. They push her, just as they do with all the other students. They prepare her to compete, just like everyone else. Obviously her skill level will not reach that of the average gymnast, but she is highly successful competing in the special Olympics. I don’t think they’re overselling it at all.

[@The_Whimsical_Stenographer]

@ camp I was thinking the same thing. 😊

[@-Oddish-]

She said right at the beginning she’s 26, I know you mean well, but don’t infantilize people just because they’re different.

[@chelbyvenegas5194]

I have autism and she's proof that she can do anything she puts her mind to. I'm sick of both people and people with disabilities who use their disabilities as a liability and excuse to be lazy, spoiled, bratty and entitled. She is priceless and wonderful. I'd like to meet her one day

[@evanurena8868]

On one hand, I agree that there are people that do deceptively use their disabilities as an excuse or liability that can lead to one acting lazy, spoiled, bratty and entitled and to some degree, anybody has been guilty of this one way or another based on error whether it's intentional or not, so I can definitely understand you're criticisms behind it. However, on the other hand, sometimes we shouldn't be too quick to judge or make conclusions before we know the full story, as the spectrum is a broad area with a range of traits that are more complex then what you speak of. I think the point of this video is of encouragement in pursuing a self-interest or following one's passion. Anyway, that's just my opinion on the subject.

[@kaycake0725]

My bro has autism and everyone says he doesn't and that he can't do anything and he was just a tricky child but now he has the star in the school play

[@boogiemonstermom677]

@@kaycake0725 it's because people fail to realize autism is a spectrum, my son has high functioning autism, to a stranger they wouldn't know by looking at him, but it doesn't mean he doesn't have it, he has tics, ocds, doesn't understand social ques or just how people operate in general, there's other things he struggles with as well but he is extremely intelligent and one of the most caring children you'll ever meet, he's my angel

[@kaycake0725]

@@boogiemonstermom677 exactly

[@crystalortega2156]

I agree. My daughter has a chromosome disorder. And many other special needs. And I always say your disability is what you make of it. Just like in this video I would tell everybody treat her like anyone else, treat her normal. She’s beat the doctors odds as well. My daughter is only 3 but this video gives me inspiration of what she can do in her future

[@thatguy6638]

I like how her parents know her struggles and still are happy other people treat her like a normal athlete. I'm sure she is a better gymnast because of it.

[@eliza-qq8uw]

She is a gymnast and a model she is such a role model for other people with disabilities who think they can't do something

[@user-vd2jk7dl3p]

I like that she has been treated like everyone else. She is actually good st gymnastics and she is actually quite pretty. No one is just treating her in a condescending way. She has earned what she has achieved that is beautiful!

[@prrosenkrantz]

Chelsea is awesome. Our daughter is 32 and enjoyed Special Olympics Gymnastics for about 15 years. Watching her and the other girls with Down Syndrome was always a joy.

[@joyhinwood2426]

So inspirational, what a lovely talented young lady. My son Lee was born with Down Syndrome, he bought untold joy into our lives and achieved so much in the 43 years that I had him. I was truly blessed.

[@elizabethg1604]

She can do a back walkover on the beam? That’s amazing, I can barely do one on the ground 😂

[@tictocyouthot8981]

and i can’t do any of these

[@mariaangelineines6675]

I cant even split;-;

[@hannaho2634]

Actual Trash Same

[@oliviavignali5935]

I can’t even cartwheel😂😂

[@hibernatingbear2447]

Rightt😂😂

[@PBandJ229]

My heart has melted. What an incredible human. God bless her and her family. What an example of the power of the human spirit.

[@k8lynmae]

Your god gave her this condition

[@hayleymarse2853]

@@k8lynmae so? She is thriving

[@Jayp4444]

She has more muscle tone than I do😭 You go girl!!! You're amazing!!

[@vegetablepimps]

Stefani Palmer that's right. You go girl.

[@poppykok5]

I'm heartsick at the memories of when I was growing up, & parents of babies with Down Syndrome, were encouraged by their Doctors to put their children "in a home & forget them"....That would now be unforgivable in the twenty-first century, & thank God... Chelsea is a beautiful, worthy & deserving young woman with such kind & loving parents, full of encouragement for her....Seeing her sweet smile really touched my heart...God bless this family...

[@shannoncarr7338]

actually sadly they are trying to eliminate it all together

[@alisonshanahan9529]

My youngest brother has downs, he's now 48. My mother refused to allow him out of her sight when he was born, the Drs wanted to put him in a home. When he was 5 we were in a hotel and he kept running away, he'd worked out how to unlock the door. My mum was trying to run after him and deal with the room attendant who was crying. Apparently she had been convinced by the Drs to put her baby into care, she'd been told her daughter wouldn't walk or talk. Seeing my brother being so naughty and cheeky, made her retrieve her daughter and take her home. We saw her a year later, so happy with her toddler.

[@poppykok5]

Hi Shannon...Pardon me, but your comment is very unclear...I'd like to know what you meant..."sad'y"... ??? *: )*

[@shannoncarr7338]

@@poppykok5 oh! the gene

[@theresabeauchamp4470]

She is amazing!!!

[@ilseleal911]

Amazing! She needs more recognition!!

[@Nothereorthere123]

Yeahhh... Wait didn’t she get recognized nationally and maybe even internationally by a popular show and KZbin account

[@ashleyfalcon125]

Ilija Stankovic right! Lol

[@jds6014]

Fantastic, love hearing that dad say “get her, treat her like everyone else”

[@timothyhernandez3803]

I love this success story, Chelsea is a ray of sunshine, beautiful inside and out, and so strong!

[@Mogshrooms]

Low muscle tone???? Girl you see them thighs?????

[@junbh2]

LOL, yeah. But she probably did have to work out even harder to get that muscle than someone without Down Syndrome would have had to. It probably takes her a bit more work to build the muscle.

[@Matrlipa]

Well down syndromes are born with lower muscle tones

[@azraaell]

Your looking at her thighs! It's people like you that course a divide between us all !

[@thorstrebla980]

Lower muscle tone is a common side effect, but not less strength. Quite the contrary.

[@lsad2616]

@@azraaell shes 26. Their no divide because he find her attractive. I think most guys would checkout a female in a bikini. I think he posted what you was thinking. She is a sex woman so let it be.

[@lindsaysmith2882]

Her parents are amazing 😭

[@gamersgrubs2952]

My Daughter does Gymnastics at a major level at 12yo. She had tears in her eyes watching this. "WORK GETS GOALS" her words. Keep up the work girl get you some gold

[@eileengerding942]

her parents seem like really cool people and her smile is contageous :)

[@pop96Life]

The problem about people with Down Syndrome is that they are often kept locked in the house because they are automatically considered to be disabled and incapable. That's false! Give your children with Down Syndrome a proper education and therapy and they will excel.

[@gasbaroni]

Lets not get off the rails, someone with downs syndrome won't be able to work a normal job, that's just delusional.

[@allu7708]

@@gasbaroni You mean people like Nathan Simons and Russel O'Grady? There's also TONS of people with downs in sports. We just haven't seen their full potential because sadly there's still stigma on people with downs. Downs doesn't stop you as much as other people do

[@gasbaroni]

@@allu7708 Working at McDonalds isn't a normal job, it's an entry level job for teenagers and low skill workers.

[@sueryan8320]

@@gasbaroni YOu are really ignorant. Sometimes people do what they have to do by taking an available job. Obviously, whatever you do does not make you happy.

[@janaishahart5937]

gasbaroni what’s a “normal” job? 🤨

[@AnUnknownGoddess]

She has such loving caring family that supports what she does. That is just awesome.

[@SunnyTacos]

She's so adorable and determined also major kudos to her parents such loving family.

[@betsyross9503]

Sunny Burrito - Agree! Her parents are awesome

[@AnnemieM]

I love this, I love what Chelsea is doing. She is proving the word wrong with their judgements. She is amazing. I could not do what she is doing. She has great parents who searched and found Chelsea's calling. Bless them all.

[@kitcatlord2590]

A model and a gymnastic queen that's what I call multitasking 👐👐🏻👐🏼👐🏽👐🏾👐🏿🙌🙌🏻🙌🏼🙌🏽🙌🏾🙌🏿👐🏿👐🏾👐🏽👐🏼👐🏻👐

[@danicakes9212]

I love stories of people breaking down stereotypes...way to go!💪

[@evanurena8868]

People breaking down stereotypes are always my favorite because they tend to be more authentic.

[@deathifight7408]

What stereotype because it's probably true....

[@alyzsnyzs4701]

That's simply awesome! My uncle was born with down syndrome, so I can personally relate to this video. My uncle wasn't supposed to live past 20, and would have to live with his parents. He's currently 36, lives in his own house, and has his own job. It's so cool to know that genetics has nothing to do with day to day life.

[@A_TALKINGSLUG]

Definitely not nothing but get your point

[@colinsmith6116]

Chelsea's is a beautiful heartwarming story of a lovely young who is making something of her life against difficulties that life has thrown at her. All the best Chelsea.....Don't change.

[@yulig919]

I can’t even do a proper cart wheel 😐 gosh darn it she’s too good

[@trinitywidmann7295]

MySquidwardNose. I can't either. I tried a few times and failed horribly. Also can't do a hand stand, or sit ups.

[@rayelliott8107]

Gxmn same! XD!

[@princessfullbright1753]

Gxmn cuz she’s in gymnastics , but you can be self taught

[@jaimebooth6582]

Gxmn she also practiced for more than two and a half years. But don’t feel bad I can’t either😂🤷🏼‍♀️

[@SusieSynth]

Same

[@sarinatrupe8985]

This makes me so happy, my little cousin (who is 6)has down syndrome and it warms my heart to see people like this getting to live there life!!😍😍😍

[@SamirCCat]

Show this to her! Tell her she can get into a sport and try everything other people do! She probably won't win champoinships, but she'll have fun ang gain friends. It's important to practise physic too when having a disability, both mentally and physically. So encourage her!

[@aydenlowery9182]

My hope in humanity gets restored when people treat other people with “disabilities” like everybody else.

[@barborablaskova]

well, I don´t think they are treatinng like others, if society don´t see them...many times happen that in public people are nice to them, and behid their back they gossip saying out loud what they are really think...it´s like being sweet like honey outside, but dark as hell inside...and it´s not only towards disable people, but toward other nation, other religion...etc

[@vladivanov5500]

It is a disability. Don't oversell, doesn't help anyone when you deny reality. She's making due with her disability, but it is a disability nonetheless.

[@JesusIsTheWay59]

I just watched a KZbin video of a dog being boiled alive.

[@perperperpen]

@@JesusIsTheWay59 how is that on youtube? Link?

[@perperperpen]

My hope in humanity gets restored when a paralyzed person gets told to walk. Just treating them like anyone else...

[@morgantaylor517]

It's awesome that Chelsy found something she loves that's also good for her body. Her coaches don't baby her, they tell her what's needs improvement. Everyone is blessed in this situation!!! Great video.

[@smashthebug4723]

She looks good to me. I cant tell there is anything different about her except her speech. She is an amazing gymnast.

[@whitchellegera291]

How about her eyes. My God stop pretending people. It's one thing to be supportive but being pretentious is a whole different thing. They don't need that.

[@cheycrow8600]

@@whitchellegera291 because SOME PEOPLE aren't mean cough like you

[@whitchellegera291]

@@cheycrow8600 I'm not being mean. I'm being real. And I don't think she would appreciate pretentious people like (you)

[@whitchellegera291]

@@cheycrow8600 she clearly is a strong woman. She doesn't need your pretentious compliments.

[@cheycrow8600]

@@whitchellegera291 and she dosen't need people that make comments like you do... soooooooo

[@vanessapyo7331]

I love this! My brother is special needs and I’m so proud of who he’s become. Many people seem think that all kids with special needs should be handled very delicately (or differently). My mom treated my brother like anyone else...the same love, correction, discipline, and encouragement as everyone else. Because of this, he’s excelling, reaching his full potential, and has overcome many hurdles. I can see the same fight, determination, and drive in Chelsea. It’s beautiful!!

[@OhMyGraciousss]

She has an absolutely contagious smile!

[@L._.roberts]

This video has made my day. So inspirational. She may have a disability but she hasn’t allowed it to define her and she’s achieved more than most people in a life time.

[@ostrovisky]

she’s beautiful and has so much perseverance. love this. (their house is absolutely stunning by the way, omg)

[@philiptucker6119]

She's stunning! We need more women like her in this sad world.

[@anmoljyoti6072]

i too agree about house..it's beautiful and near nature

[@ostrovisky]

beauty is subjective. I think she is beautiful because she's a bright girl who seems sweet and has a lot of drive. it's gross that you would assume something like that but that says a lot about you. bye.

[@takeahint123]

Would you swap faces with her? make an effort to answer 'yes' or 'no' now there's a good girl...

[@ostrovisky]

Seth Marchese it’s not a false claim if it’s MY. OPINION. all of you calling me a liar need to get a grip. once again, beauty is subjective and beauty is so much more than the way someone looks. Are you going to go after everyone else in this comment section that called her beautiful as well?

[@lizahash9107]

2 things 1. that black top and jeans look SO GOOD ON HER!!!! 2. i'm also a gymnast and i am so impressed with her skills!! such a good inspiration

[@tangiechapman6219]

What is her skill set

[@darksidegemini9888]

Doctors don't account for the power and determination of the human spirit. Or for the ability of parents to nurture and encourage their children as though they are "normal" despite having some type of disability. A body can be disabled, a brain can be disabled, but a soul can't be disabled. This young lady is a wonderful example of that.

[@evanurena8868]

Definitely agree. Sometimes the soul of a person overpowers their challenges.

[@courtneygrier2015]

I would definitely watch a movie based on her life. She's an inspiration!

[@amaree9732]

They don't have a mean bone in their body. They just walk up and hug you. It's heartrending because they don't really understand how unworthy of their unconditional love we are.

[@williambuck5617]

down kids are GODS gift to show us what real love is. ive never met a kid with down that didnt make me feel happy and loved.

[@amaree9732]

@@williambuck5617 We seem to be on the same page. Take care.

[@HudaKhan17]

one of them pushed me off a hill 😭 but she apologized immediately and u could tell she felt bad. definitely nice but sometimes depending on how severe they can do random stuff

[@stevecarter8810]

Hey! You're worthy of unconditional love!

[@amaree9732]

@@stevecarter8810 I could never just walk to a stranger and hug them and not judge... no, I'm not as generous and trusting as they are. But, you sound like a nice person and I think we're on the same page. Thanks for responding, Steve.

[@danceballetacro]

this is beautiful

[@angelinalafrance5026]

She is beautiful. And she is always smiling no matter what

[@KrishonaJCraig]

I

[@myrtlejones28]

danceballetacro Meeting your future girlfriend is beautiful this is not.

[@dmcewen772]

I agree

[@RossPurdy34]

yes it is:)

[@skylunaa]

She’s a really good gymnast and I can see her arms are very muscular!

[@tia789]

This is the sweetest story. I had a girl in my gym class who was special and she worked and worked and soon she placed 2nd in state

[@jefftusing8976]

Chelsea proves a lot of things (in a positive way). Credit also to her parents, a very supportive parents!

[@liv_x8846]

its not born different its born gifted

[@lise5587]

@@sgtruru but being good in gymnastics is

[@fionacatherine9701]

DomiFury she meant that she’s an amazing gymnast and model

[@littlesinga]

DomiFury I used to work with disabled adults, some of whom had Downs. What I learned is that most of them are gifted with unique insights into the world that we “normal” people could never dream of.

[@azraaell]

How you figure that? Maybe it's the individuality that life produces not the fact she is downs but great concentrate on what you want

[@ath3na38]

what about her gymnast skills? Are those not gifted?

[@imelplays4171]

She doesn’t need any makeup she beautiful anyway

[@chocanewt37]

I agree! She actually looks better without it. She is beautiful

[@bevviecat1306]

Yup

[@gymnasticslovely5405]

Yep

[@Pâquerette1347]

Yup

[@k8lynmae]

Yeah, the makeup was WAY too severe and not natural looking. Looks better withOUT

[@jornalnacionalsensacional]

This girl's parents and coach are so supportive and I believe thats really impotant! I love how they treat her. My little brother has down syndrome, and he is SO BRILLIANT!! He loves playing videogames, playing soccer and playing the drums and he is so GOOD at it! I love him so much. we grew up in a very supportive family that gave us love: my brother having down syndrome and me being Autistic with ADHD - Mom always made sure we were loved and we were capable of everything.

[@RichardJoeLeonn]

I have a down syndrome brother so I understand they are so loving always a smile I miss him very much

[@Hopeydopery]

Jay Low what? Ok the end of your comment makes no sense, like they weren’t talking about anything they didn’t know😂🤦🏼‍♀️

[@pygmalion137]

How can there be people who thumbs-down this inspiring video? They dislike her ability to overcome her physical challenges?

[@willw3597]

Ya know, every time someone comments on a down vote, sadly it just encourages more.Being such miserable wretched souls is by far a greater handicap than Downs Syndrome.

[@Babydawg0714]

Most of the thumbs-downs are likely from guys who saw the thumbnail and expected to see more revealing shots than this video shows. Sad but true. Kudos to the young lady and her excellent parents. bd

[@SarahKate365]

The gymnastics drop outs that are jealous of Chelsea! :)

[@imacloud11]

im sitting on my butt..and shes tossing medals in a box.. damn

[@arip6204]

I love how her coach doesn’t treat her different and doesn’t talk to her like a baby I hate when people baby talk people who are capable😭

[@iolanisjourney4828]

Lover her spirit, she radiates light 💕

[@alexxie8243]

Her dad is adorable you can see how proud he is! Shes an amazing lady

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

Way to go Chelsea 😍 - such a fantastic girl !

[@carmenmiller5701]

She is so beautiful inside & out! Her smile is contagious & her eyes twinkle…so full of life! May she have a blessed life.💕

[@poppykok5]

One of the absolute, most heartwarming videos I've ever seen...Chelsea's determination, hard work, self-confidence & ready smile melt my heart...Her wonderful, loving & proud parents fill me with such emotion that I have tears in my eyes...Best wishes for this beautiful & talented young woman...God bless her & her Family...Kudos to the Fashion industry for recognizing that our​ disabled are valuable individuals & so deserving of our recognition & respect...

[@kimpaspossible]

She's such a sunshine, what a nice family!

[@kimpaspossible]

The makeup artist from the runway did an awful job though. She's so much prettier than that

[@betsyross9503]

She’s pretty, fit, positive, witty, and very pleasant.

[@YaYaPaBla]

It’s nice to see them allowing her to participate and be good at it, strengthening her muscles too.

[@SyDiko]

Amazing woman... I had to check her height, because she looks tiny in this documentary... And, she is! She only stands 4'10!! :)

[@dragonlampgirl9742]

that probably helps her in gymnastics too. Being short is an advantage. Probably why her walkovers on the beam are so solid!

[@Maria-ed3jo]

It’s good for gymnastics, most of the gymnasts are short.

[@Tal.Bibliotek]

I’m 4’10 🙄

[@princessfullbright1753]

SyDiko dang she short

[@SyDiko]

I did not know that!

[@vm51photo]

Lucky lady to have such supportive parents. I was hoping to see her older brothers to round out the family. Must all be really close! You go, Chelsea! 👍🏻 You’re amazing to defy the odds, take on challenges and pursue your dream! 🌸

[@Officiallyheathermarie]

Valerie Casparian her parents don’t get enough credit! Amazing 🙌🏻

[@marooka]

Love how she’s living her life so freely :)

[@solideogloria5973]

She's radiant! And a joy. As a disabled mom with four kids, two of whom are disabled, we have a very different experience with the world from healthier people. It's also different if your disability isn't obvious, or if it is genetic or lifestyle related. The world has a niche for you regardless of your desires.

[@carabattiloro5528]

This is why I want to be a speech language pathologist when I get older I want to help kids with special needs.

[@oipolloi4242]

Much respect! make sure to push the boundaries and expand the structure!!! Science means nothing compared to love and understanding

[@morgboi6111]

Me too

[@petlover0231]

I respect this completely

[@Navygrl58]

You have to wonder about those who thumbs down a video like this. There’s a lot of very sad, miserably, lonely people in this world that only see the negative in everything even in something so pure and beautiful as this woman’s life. Very sad.

[@kriss581]

I had the opportunity in my profession to collaborate with a lot of speech language pathologist and I can only encourage you to go in this direction, it's really a interesting and diverse job !

[@madisonlynn5569]

She is so strong and positive. It just proves that being disabled and mental health is not an excuse to not do what you love if you want. It proves that you can do anything! This is amazing. God bless🙏🏼

[@deathifight7408]

Get everything handed to you is one

[@zc7950]

Lol

[@OMGshinyobject]

I really thought she was going to have a mild phenotype when I clicked on the video but it's clear she's actually quite severe. This is so amazing shows that if you are a parent of special needs you should try your best to find and nurture their passion

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

Did you notice that when she talks??

[@nowistime8070]

it also helps that her parents are wealthy

[@leahsincelejo7641]

@@nowistime8070 what matters is is that people with disabilities should be treated just as equally as everyone else.

[@Србомбоница86]

@@nowistime8070 true ,but poor girl deserves a nice life ,she already has enough struggle

[@Pebble_Collector]

You might just be conflating severe disability with a speach impediment? She seems to have a bit of a stutter but that's not too abnormal. She's genuinely very beautiful too.

[@aubgriss2009]

Beautiful!! Loved this! My little sister had Down Syndrome. Unfortunately she also had diabetes and the diabetes. Her blood sugar dropped in the night and she went home to be with The Lord, whom she dearly loved. I miss her, but know I will see her again someday. This story was a beautiful reminder of my sweet little sister.

[@rhywnn]

Hot, sassy, fun, talented lady. Great seeing you break a stereotype and show a girl can do what she wants! You rock!

[@vardanvaibhav8836]

A big hats off to the parents!! Chelsea is lucky to have you guys. Also, thanks to barcroft tv for bringing such incredibly inspiring videos. Chelsea you're slayin' it gurl!!!

[@judil3294]

What a lovely smile. Perfect attitude, fearless, just goes out and brings her best effort to all she does. Wonderful parents.

[@tracesee681]

How amazing! I’m a gymnastics coach in Texas, I’ve taught special populations before. Most kiddos don’t stay in this long. So inspiring to see what these guys can accomplish with parents who are very supportive . Kudos to these parents who actually let this girl thrive!