Whole-Hoggers Are Proof That Absolutely Nothing Is Impossible

Dec 19, 2018 by apost team

We are fast approaching the time of year when the thoughts of many are on their New Year's resolutions. Many of us though wishing to speak these resolutions into existence, silently doubt our own capability to make them a reality. For those needing encouragement, this compilation of videos showing 'Whole-Hoggers' (a person who is totally committed to what they do) and their accomplishments should more than suffice.

These people have shown remarkable perseverance to succeed where others would have given up a long time ago. They are a simple group of people facing extraordinary obstacles who will never let others tell them what they are and are not able to do. 

The lessons taught by the whole-hoggers are valuable whether your New Year's resolution is to stop smoking cigarettes, cut back on the number of alcoholic drinks you consume, or begin that exercise program you promise yourself you will begin year after year.

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Vasu Sojitra is an adaptive skier who was nine years old when a blood infection cost him his right leg. However, what others might see as a disability has not proved capable of preventing him from summiting impressive peaks in the backcountry totally on his own. The film Out On A Limb perfectly captures the ability of Vasu to overcome the obstacles against him while teaching himself to ski.

Tommy Carrol has been a skater since he was ten years old despite losing the ability to see at the age of two. He has been able to learn incredible tricks on skates thanks to the protective gear he uses. His story is an amazing one that demonstrates that bravery paired with techniques to facilitate safety can conquer any obstacle.

It is difficult to stand out among the crowd of incredible people featured in this video compilation but 10-year-old Ezra Fech may have done just that. Ezra possesses only half of his left leg and two of the fingers on his left hand. However, he is quick to tell you he is an athlete and does not view himself as disabled. 

Ezra always possessed a love for sports and was encouraged by his parents to participate fully in whatever sports interested him. The Team Ezra Foundation was started by Ezra's parents in his honor and has raised $400,000 to benefit a number of causes. The video shows Ezra running, climbing, and showing great athleticism playing his favorite sport, basketball.

B-Boy is an amputee who also happens to be an amazing dancer. The following video of one of his many dance routines will both entertain you and demonstrate plainly to you that no physical limitation is a sufficient excuse not to reach your goals.

Aaron Fotheringham, affectionately known as Wheelz, is a daredevil of sorts. He is a wheelchair moto-cross athlete that has provided motivation to many. Aaron is from Las Vegas and says he is determined to change the perception many people have for individuals in wheelchairs. He is a passionate young man whose accomplishments appeal to many.

Amputee James Catchpole is a literary agent and a surprisingly good soccer player. He is the founder of a soccer team for amputees in London. He can be contacted on Facebook for all interested in becoming members of the team or covering his story.

What are your thoughts about these Whole-Hoggers? Are you inspired to show more efforts to accomplish the resolutions you set for the new year? Tell us in the comments and pass this video compilation on to your friends. They will appreciate the motivation going into the New Year!