Aaron Wheelz Fotheringham, Redefining Limits with WCMX

Aaron Wheelz Fotheringham, Redefining Limits with WCMX

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Interactive Video

Physical Ed

11th Grade - University

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Aaron 'Wheels' Fotheringham shares his journey in WCMX, a sport similar to BMX but performed with a wheelchair. Despite being born with spina bifida and undergoing numerous surgeries, Aaron has a positive outlook and views his wheelchair as an extension of his body. He holds a Guinness World Record for the first wheelchair backflip and emphasizes breaking stereotypes associated with wheelchairs. Aaron's passion for WCMX is evident as he discusses his achievements and the joy he finds in the sport.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does WCMX stand for?

Wheelchair Climbing

Wheelchair Crossfit

Wheelchair Motocross

Wheelchair Marathon

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Aaron view his wheelchair in relation to his body?

As a temporary aid

As an extension of his body

As a burden

As a separate entity

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What condition was Aaron born with?

Cerebral Palsy

Multiple Sclerosis

Muscular Dystrophy

Spina Bifida

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What record did Aaron set in 2008?

First wheelchair marathon

First wheelchair backflip

First wheelchair climb

First wheelchair race

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What stereotype does Aaron challenge with his wheelchair?

That it is a temporary solution

That it is a fashion statement

That it is only a medical device

That it is a sports equipment