He's the First Person with Down Syndrome to Complete an Ironman Triathlon

He's the First Person with Down Syndrome to Complete an Ironman Triathlon - Chris Nikic

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Жыл бұрын

Chris Nikic is the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon in Kona, Hawaii. People have been telling Chris his whole life that he'd never accomplish anything. But Chris never gave up and quickly developed a reputation for proving people wrong. Not only did he complete the race, but he now lives to inspire others with Down syndrome to push themselves beyond what others think they can do. Follow Chris' journey on Instagram @chrisnikic
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@tabeechey Жыл бұрын

Not just a body of iron, but a will of iron!

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

He proved everyone wrong. He’s amazing ❤️❤️

@HabsIsLikeThat Жыл бұрын

Facts

@juliet7703 Жыл бұрын

@@iridium8341 ??

@M_SC Жыл бұрын

I’m impressed with the dad. The dad is so right- people who learn slowly can still learn if the the teacher is willing to go at the right pace. But people are impatient and lazy and all or nothing and they quit. Attitude is so much of success. Resilience is something I need more of myself

@mscoot629 Жыл бұрын

That’s it! Most people don’t have the patience and are lazy. They can only succeed if they put all the time and effort into it

@blueclarity Жыл бұрын

Yay, a happy story of pure inspiration. Thank you so much Chris. And thank you to this channel for showing it. Anything is possible with perseverance!

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by ❤️❤️

@suzannecodd2588 Жыл бұрын

What a champion! My son just completed his first Ironman and I know how hard he trained, so this is just another level. Well done Chris 💕

@DaelinD Жыл бұрын

Whenever someone says Chris can't do this or that, he can just lift up his shirt, and they'll be quiet. This dude is seriously in shape.

@juanitawiley1263 Жыл бұрын

Amazing parents helped too!

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

💯💯❤️❤️

@katrinadempsey6639 Жыл бұрын

What an outstanding Dad to never give up on his son and have that unwavering faith and patience to help Chris learn! This hits hard for me. My first nephew was born with a hole in his heart. He needed to have open heart surgery as a newborn baby. By the grace of God is closed on its own and no surgery required. Gage, my nephew, will be 31 in July! Downs is a wonderful ability not a disability.

@choppyfiftysix4065 Жыл бұрын

Well said Katrina❤

@katrinadempsey6639 Жыл бұрын

@@choppyfiftysix4065 thank you so much! Having first hand knowledge about Downs through my Nephew has taught me so much!

@brendashort3294 Жыл бұрын

This story about Chris inspires me. This story warms my heart ❤️ and gives hope to other people who has disability overcome their life challenges. So, proud of Chris and I hope he wins!!! 🤗❤️🤗

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

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@mihkhailgaudette4370 Жыл бұрын

What a successful young man you have become! Keep up the great progress! You have proven that you can do anything that you set out to do! Congratulations😊

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

🥰❤️❤️

@VNinTexas Жыл бұрын

Not really

@juliet7703 Жыл бұрын

@@VNinTexas ? Please explain

@bettydamnboop3030 Жыл бұрын

Shame on anyone that tells a person that they can’t do or be whatever. Blessings to you all with health and happiness 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

@KevLane2248 Жыл бұрын

This guy is an absolute inspiration to everyone in the world. He has done and achieved more in his 24 years of life than I have in 55 years. I am in awe.

@deejohnston2150 Жыл бұрын

What an awesome story! Congratulations on all of your accomplishments Chris!

@peaceofpiety Жыл бұрын

Yeah!!!! 💪😊 We CAN and are ABLE to do anything we commit our energy to. Where there's a WILL, there's a way. Sometimes all we need is inspiration to get us up and moving. Thank you Chris. You're a champion!

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

@choppyfiftysix4065 Жыл бұрын

Well done Chris.....you are a true Champion of the heart. Thank you for showing what real perseverance looks like❤️❤️❤️

@JEZER911 Жыл бұрын

Salute to the parents of this kindhearted person

@mes6276 Жыл бұрын

I saw Chris at the NY marathon last year He was cruising along in the Bronx. Love the 1% better motto.. I found it very helpfully for my own training.

@leemiller2811 Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful man. Congratulations and God bless you, Chris.

@hevlev766 Жыл бұрын

An inspiration to all-thank you Chris-best wishes to you 🎉

@jeanettecoleman-mz7ie Жыл бұрын

You're AMAZINGLY INSPIRATIONAL, thank you👊

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

He’s definitely inspiring ❤️❤️

@lisamarshall3738 Жыл бұрын

Great job, young man!!! You are awesome!!

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

❤❤

@teresajacober4631 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing young man!! I salute you for your courage, dedication and commitment! Well done!!❤❤❤

@jphillips4509 Жыл бұрын

Go Chris go!!! What a blessed woman his fiancé is to have a man like Chris. May God give you his wisdom & blessing as you build your lives together making Him the center of it.

@meganjoelyn2207 Жыл бұрын

I watched him cross the finish line. It was so cool! This guy is truly an inspiration.

@kimberly...5150 Жыл бұрын

So awesome! He worked hard to get there. ❤❤❤

@janetpartyka5968 11 ай бұрын

Dad, not only is Chris a hero, but you are as well. You both have shown this world that life is about showing respect, honor, and love. CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU BOTH.

@clutch3shot Жыл бұрын

Wow im a piece of shit. Lol This guy is so incredible. Im out here struggling to get by and this guys is peaking mountain tops. Truly inspiring

@philiphawkins6664 Жыл бұрын

I am a retired Soldier, this young man has Iron will and discipline. I am awed and humbled by his tenacity and determination. He is an example to us all. Well done Chris! You, Sir, are a beast!

@JesusIsKing50 Жыл бұрын

This is what happens with great parenting!! The biggest problem I find is many ( not all ) parents with a child which has a disability will treat them like a baby their entire life, won’t let them do things for themselves… I will never forget these two boys ( twins ) with down syndrome, they were the most kind, loving, caring and non judgmental men you’d ever meet. And because their parents never mollycoddled them, they grew into fine young men, who had many friends and respect from our neighbourhood. So thank you for raising a fine young man and not holding him back but thrusting him towards greatness 🙏🏽❤️

@angelinasouren Жыл бұрын

Way to go!!!

@aportgirl Жыл бұрын

Congratulations for all YOUR achievements.

@D1876. Жыл бұрын

He's done ALOT more than me...all I've been doing since 13yrs old is just working n surving

@mjrussell414 Жыл бұрын

Sometimes that’s all we can do. We don’t all have the amazing support system others do. Our journey is to be our own strength. There is a light at the end of the tunnel, my friend. Sure it may be very faint sometimes, but it’s there. I believe in you.

@anne-marieboyd4825 7 ай бұрын

GO, CHRIS!! You can do Anything you put your Heart and Mind to! CONGRATULATIONS, Chris!! God Bless You!

@williamslimon3864 7 ай бұрын

Hooon 😍 So happy for him !! 🥰👏🏾 It's important to always believe in yourself !! Chris is a real exemple of determination !! 👌🏾😍 May God bless him and all the people who are there for him !! 🙏🏾🙌🏾❤️

@ernestmac13 8 ай бұрын

This effort will pay Chris many benefits beyond winning the ironman race; as many with downs syndrome don't live as.long due to their cognitive limits impacting their ability to know how much unhealthy food is too much, know when they are gaining an unhealthy amount of weight, etc. This is also true of other neurocognitive disorders, such as Autism which my parents and two siblings had. As the father points out; Chris had to put in 50% + effort to learn the skills necessary to compete in the iron man contest, and this is a life lesson for Chris and us all that we can achieve more than we think.

@dianadelaluz Жыл бұрын

You are such an inspiration! Thank you ❤

@infineite5132 Жыл бұрын

Why isn't Nike sponsoring this man? This kid literally 'Just did it' Great job Chris

@elsierodgers4874 Жыл бұрын

Wish I was motivated like Chris.

@rhysmaybrey7739 Жыл бұрын

Way to go Chris. A true inspiration to others.

@carolluther1625 Жыл бұрын

Go Chris, run the race, your beautiful race. Noonee else can do that as good as you. My son was born in renal failure, transplanted at 10 months, passed his proficiency tests first time with IQ of 89. I never told him he couldn't, just encouraged him to dream....

@margetrevino4356 Жыл бұрын

You are amazing ❤

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

@paulg3012 Жыл бұрын

No one should doubt you for a second Chris, you can do anything man, you are amazing.

@reneecarter6702 Жыл бұрын

Bro is a king 🤴🏻💪🏼

@PeppapigMaw Жыл бұрын

Cgs to him! He is a true king!!

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

@janetdear6429 Жыл бұрын

🎉🎉 💪 awesome, well done 👏👏 good for you proving everyone wrong. Great video thanks for sharing 💖😁

@h.a3567 Жыл бұрын

Wow this guy is so inspiring. He is a born Champion. Well done Chris 🏆🏆🏆👏👏👏

@3peckeredgoat735 Жыл бұрын

Good for you Chris, you can do anything you want buddy, you're truly an inspiration.

@wyteriawilson4007 Жыл бұрын

This is awesome!

@eudeciogabriel8571 Жыл бұрын

This man is notable.

@dialemmaz Жыл бұрын

Ok…so I had goosebumps instantly at the beginning to a warm glow at the end….Chris you’re awesome 👏🤩 congratulations Ironman !

@nathalieriley6539 Жыл бұрын

Love this story God bless you

@solitarybell2836 Жыл бұрын

You go get man your an inspiration!!

@daisysummer514 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic story 🤗

@Psychiatricnerd Жыл бұрын

Impressed with the young man but also it’s clear his father is highly supportive and willing to do whatever it takes to help his son succeed.

@Davidson.k Жыл бұрын

Congratulations 👏💜👍🙂

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

@antheaglocer4232 Жыл бұрын

Well done Chris. You are a true inspiration.

@naraendrareddy273 9 ай бұрын

This guy did something very few people can do. You go boy!! 😭

@cindydewitt6067 Жыл бұрын

Where to go to Chris I’m happy that you did all that. You’re a strong man with down syndrome. Great job I have a learning disability and I give you courage to keep going and doing things don’t let people put you down I don’t.

@g41133 Жыл бұрын

Amazing, strong man 🏆

@cnccccccd 10 ай бұрын

What an inspirational young man

@cecillec2331 11 ай бұрын

I was a young kid when a cousin with Down's Syndrome was born. I immediately looked it up in the encyclopedia my parents just bought. I distinctly remember how Down Syndrome affected individuals were described as "very affectionate". That was all I needed and I felt, "All right then!!!"

@Nobodyspecial849 Жыл бұрын

❤ amazingly brilliant.

@mawortz Жыл бұрын

damn, that's the embodiment of hard work and perseverance

@SLAYERSWINE1 10 ай бұрын

Chris is a bad ass dude. Congratulations to him & his wonderful family. An inspiration to anyone who sees this...

@GD-xc4wg Жыл бұрын

Thats amazing. So happy he is so healthy and completing his dreams and goals 👌🏻

@missophelie3781 Жыл бұрын

This man is a pure legend!!!! Even when you're not disabled, some people tell you that you can't do it! Hats off to him!❤

@lildeb2620 Жыл бұрын

You are one amazing man. You are an inspiration. When you put your mind to it, you can achieve all you want. Fantastic achievement. Well done. Xx

@jesuschristfollower3867 Жыл бұрын

❤Just another one of Gods Beautiful creations!! You are an inspiration. Godbless

@deerhoda7574 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding!

@shellymellon5312 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@lesliebryce6074 Жыл бұрын

And… it all begins with the incredible support of family. Courage/support/love

@theresehastings9030 Жыл бұрын

Awsome job💯

@olgastrother4116 Жыл бұрын

Awesomeness! Congratulations!!!!!!!!

@BE-bs8oe Жыл бұрын

The most interesting discussion I had about disability and having a handicap ... was with a group of people with Down Syndrome. The most hurtful comments I ever received came from a man who volunteered for decades for a venue welcoming families with abilities and disabilities. Today I " am brave".

@zakadams762 Жыл бұрын

He has awesome coaches and parents

@sublimebeauty1 Жыл бұрын

Inspirational ❤

@stephenjacques554 Жыл бұрын

Have to say your the man Chris changing the world for the better day by day. That's an amazing incredible accomplishment so proud of you. Keep up the great work. SJ Sending my love and prayers always for you and family and friends.

@alisoncox13 Жыл бұрын

Chris your a inspiration to others and when people told you no you can't do that you showed them oh but I can 😊❤

@IAMPhoeniX888 Жыл бұрын

This amazing loveee this

@Dan-yy6tt Жыл бұрын

I’m trying to be like Chris!

@gabsie7224 Жыл бұрын

So cool!!!!

@alanvetree1208 Жыл бұрын

simply awsome.

@deborahannhare9979 Жыл бұрын

Wow that's awesome. Good job .

@jenniferlundquist1712 Жыл бұрын

Amazing!

@mares3841 Жыл бұрын

💛

@MajicallyNews Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

@paullewis2873 Жыл бұрын

Now this is someone nike and bud should have gotten behind. This is someone we should get behind

@sandrashevel2137 Жыл бұрын

So very awesome. ❤

@b20aldo Жыл бұрын

And I’m over here complaining because I’m tired. The challenges this kid went though are far beyond how tired I am. Talk about being humbled and motivated.

@anuarvonen Жыл бұрын

Congratilons !! Lovely One !! Always !! Hugs !! Anu Suomi Finland 2023 ( Girl )