Wheelz: Overcoming is Possible

Aaron “Wheelz” Fotheringham is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints-commonly referred to as a Mormon or Latter-day Saint. He’s also an elite wheelchair motocross (WXMC) athlete and has performed some of the riskiest world record-setting wheelchair stunts. He was born with Spina Bifida and was in a wheelchair by the time he was 8 years old. That’s when he started to develop his wheelchair skills at a local skate park and he’s never looked back.
At 18, Aaron “Wheelz” found himself touring the world with elite action sports athletes. Those long tours took him away from his weekly Church meetings. In time, with all his trick progressions, he noticed some spiritual regression. After struggling with wondering if he’d ever feel happiness in the gospel again, Aaron turned to the Savior, Jesus Christ. Once he realized that Christ was always there to save him and that he just needed to turn to Him, Christ’s redeeming joy filled his life again.
Aaron “Wheelz” believes anyone can overcome challenges when one has faith, hope and the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
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[@michaelglushko7650]

What an inspiring story. NEVER GIVE UP!! " Our destiny is not determined by the number of times we stumble, but by the number of times we rise up, dust ourselves off, and move forward" - Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf

[@rogerfrye3910]

I was honored to be able to meet Aaron today at the skate park in Kennesaw Georgia. He's one of the nicest guys I've ever met.

[@tnat9212]

Been a big fan of Aaron's for a long time. Had no idea he was LDS til just a short time ago. He's truly inspirational and I've loved following his journey. What a great dude.

[@cluckoftheduck]

Powerful testimony and an awesome guy! I watched him on Nitro Circus and I had no idea he was a member of the church. To see this today is truly inspiring and hearing your story was uplifting! Thanks Aaron Wheelz for your example! See ya at the skate park :)

[@Jewstro]

I have been watching Aaron and the Nitro Circus crew for a lot of years. They always encouraged me to do the things I love and be who I am. They've been a huge example in my life, and especially Aaron. I didn't know he was a member of the church, but it didn't surprise me to find out. You're amazing brother. Thank you for being a light in this world. A light of Christ and a light of hope and courage. And thank you for sharing your story. This video has really helped me and my current circumstances.

[@BabyDollsAndLittleGirls]

Proud of this kid 💗 good work Aaron

[@sdl-lds]

His parents are amazing. Love it.

[@tigersteimle1108]

Wow, this is SO cool!! It's amazing how something that can be seen as a barrier can become a gift from God. Thank you for sharing!!

[@isitthatway]

You're inspiring and amazing!!!

[@ahrisah]

So cool to see my institute teacher and his family and his son highlighted! So awesome!

[@neighborhoodfriendlyquadri343]

Alyssa Fukuda That’s pretty Epic!! I’m a quadriplegic, got paralyzed two years ago from the chest down. I was wondering what state he lives in. I’m in Seattle, Wa. I’m 36. Also, I have a huge favor to ask… Could you please kindly give Good Sir Wheelie my number!? [phone] Thank you greatly, and have a blessed day! Lord, I ask that you put a hedge of protection over Alyssa and her family and friends. I pray that you pour many blessings upon them as well as myself! And thank you in advance for all the blessings we will receive!! Amen 🙏 🥰 ☺️ 👑 ☦️

[@daisybernales9996]

Wow! You really inspired me...

[@Jewstro]

He's your Institute teacher? That's so cool. He's been a hero of mine for years. I even have his hot wheel

[@evitaalabodi6312]

So grateful for your exemple and the determination you have to be a light in the life of so many… Thank you for your strength and being who you are!

[@jgoodwin6901]

What?!?! Wheelz is mormon? AWESOME 😁

[@Coolshows101]

You mean The Church Of Jesus Christ of Later day Saints.

[@jgoodwin6901]

Haha yeah, auto-correct on my phone. It shirts me sometimes.

[@KristieLentPhotograp]

Hi Wheelz! My dad shared this w/me. I also have Spina Bifida and am also Mormon. I would love to get to know you and your wife more! BTW, your wheelchair tricks are awesome!

[@RenBell]

Dude that's awesome!! I had no idea Wheelz is LDS. I like how he talks openly about his road back. Very inspired!

[@bengardner4359]

Really dude my omg so mean

[@neighborhoodfriendlyquadri343]

Dude!! WHEELZ.. You’re a huge inspiration!! I got paralyzed from the chest down two years ago, and became #NeighborhoodFriendlyQuadriplegic! 😳 ♿️ 💯 🙏 🥰 ☦️ 🥳 I would absolutely love talk to you:!! I have thought about and did research for Murderball. I never even thought about or imagined heading up to the skate park and the X games!! I am an extremely, exquisitely, absurdly blessed quadriplegic! My injury level is C-5 ... but with C-6 tendencies.. thank God!! I can’t move my arms fairly well, but both of my hands are completely paralyzed! And real quick, just a few of my personal testimonies and MIRACLES, that God has done for me! In the past two years since being paralyzed, I have died FOUR times! And no, it’s not a typo! Each death, my heart stopped for a minimum of three minutes! Last year alone in 2018, I had five suicide attempts! The third time I died, was due to me overdosing on painkillers! The fourth time I die, was from a life-threatening/fatal infection (Pseudomonas Aeruginosa) that is the name of the infection! And this particular infection a person can ONLY get/contract from/in/while being in a hospital… It’s from improper catheter care/NON sterile procedure. I originally got/contracted this infection on March 8, 2018, and seven months and five days later… My body went septic, and my heart stopped for over two hours! Every single time GOD Reached down with his mighty hand of healing, and literally brought me back to life from the dead!! This is the honest to God 100% truth! I am literally a living, breathing, and power wheelchair rolling MIRACLE! I am living, blessed, and Undeniable PROOF that God is real, and God is here with us! And though I died, God never left my side! Feel free to check out and/or message me on Facebook. I have a few Facebook profiles, only because over the years I forgot some passwords, LMPAO #LaughingMyParalyzedAssOff 😳😳 ♿️ 😎 😂 😂 😂 My active profile is a picture with me in a fedora! Also my email is [e-mail] Stay blessed, may the Lord put a hedge of protection over you and your family, loved ones, and friends! God I pray that you pour many blessings upon Wheelz and his crew, as well as the X games and thank you for all of our blessings in the future that you would provide for us! In Jesus name I pray, Amen 🙏

[@yuyunningsih8762]

He is so Amazing and thank you for your testimony brother and you are inspired me

[@machupicchushow]

One of the BEST videos EVER! Such an inspiring story, not just the wheeling, which is AMAZING, but the ATONEMENT of Jesus Christ. That Aaron finds this is the most important thing in life, is inspiring. Thanks for this video.

[@mom2chris1mike2]

Wow. Amazing.

[@A-mz1qy]

You're so great! Thanks for sharing your light with the world. You make it a better place. I have several seminary students in Wheelchairs. I showed them a video about you last year. I can't wait to show them this one tomorrow! You bless their lives and many others. Good on ya dude!

[@AmyNoelonDyslexia]

I feel so good watching this video. I am glad I can share it with my teenage son. What a good example Aaron is. This video shows that happiness comes from being close to the Savior.

[@TanookiToadTeam]

One of my favorite recent videos from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints for sure! :)

[@bethchea]

Love this so much!

[@mistermister2291]

Dude, that's amazing!

[@vendingguy47]

Thanks for sharing your story!

[@hannahvanzyl6142]

Powerful !

[@justinhenrie4725]

That is amazing!!!

[@smokymtpotpourri4760]

Way to GO! Wow! WHAT an INSPIRATION you are! 👏👏👏👍🙏💪👊

[@strivetobe]

Thanks for watching! 😄

[@monicakim-zamora957]

Ahhh I love their family! Such amazing people.

[@kevinzico]

Great message!

[@Mr1comment]

AMAZING guy and family!!!!!

[@canalsantos8088]

Por favor, dublem esse vídeo em português. Os jovens precisam ver isso. Adorei.

[@nathysudy]

Flávio H. Lima eu não sei pq o canal brasileiro não tá atualizando os vídeos. Eu tb acho super importante pra juventude aqui!

[@canalsantos8088]

@@nathysudy necessário mesmo

[@Andy-ye2re]

Very inspiring he is definitely a person to look up to

[@sammyslammy9576]

This is why I have always wanted a wheelchair!

[@rnielsen53]

That settles it. I'm getting a wheelchair!

[@tallgiraffe197]

I love this video! And thee temple was so pretty!

[@rosekoler6958]

He's the man!!

[@from1stday]

wait what? THIS BROTHER IS MORE AWESOME THAN ME. XD so inspiring.

[@caziclou1020]

Respect

[@skyhiker9669]

In a wheel chair he learned to fly. I can do so much better. Thank you for your example.

[@mariannejohnson405]

great content💗💗

[@Coolshows101]

There is Hot wheels wheelchair because of him.

[@bengardner4359]

I'm so sorry I am crying 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@abraaopereiranunes2677]

Nice!

[@strivetobe]

Thanks!

[@dan5721]

Can’t believe wheelz is Mormon!

[@peachesncream67]

what extrordinary young man

[@zac_scoots_2056]

2:36 😵

[@rosangelamaciel5317]

Exemplo de superação

[@jassonaranya422]

God used differents ways to help other people. We are his hands

[@strivetobe]

Yes! We are His hands. Thanks for sharing.

[@kokkari37]

I can't believe there was 1 person who didn't like this video. Must be one sick person.

[@caziclou1020]

Je vie le même truc

[@zac_scoots_2056]

Why would someone dislike 🙄

[@GTKJNow]

What's the atonement mean?

[@GTKJNow]

Is that what Matthew 7:22 is?

[@carriesutter1165]

The Atonement is the power of Jesus Christ to forgive us and to help us