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Run as if you are flying

Imagine growing up healthy. Navigating puberty as it should be. And suddenly you get sick. Not a little, but of a life-threatening and also quite unknown kind. That's what happened to Fleur Jong. Don't know her? I want to change that.
Fleur is among the top 6 sprinters at the World Para Athletics Championships in London. She may be a bit less known, although I think that's nonsense by the way. In London, she will run tomorrow with her blades for the title. Not just to win the game, but because she sees it as the crown of her recovery. “When I run, I feel like I'm flying. And if you can fly, you can go anywhere.”
When Fleur was 16 years old, she went into toxic shock due to a blood bacterium. This caused her to lose her lower legs and 8 fingers. “It's like getting a new body, but not knowing what to do with it,” says Fleur. Sprinting gave her a goal. Running gave her freedom. I just want to give her a huge round of applause because man, oh man, how strong do you have to be to do this.
This woman is real, this woman is badass and that's why she and Under Armour are the perfect couple for the world championship. Because Under Armour is all about energy, passion, and intensity. Just like she is. Just watch the video. I got goosebumps. And Fleur, I hope you rock it there and the stage is yours.