A young woman named Kayleigh Williamson has achieved something incredible by becoming the first person with Down syndrome to complete the Austin Marathon, and she is inspiring others with her determination.
with an extra chromosome, and even though they may have similarities, each possesses different abilities, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention .
Years later, Kayleigh was diagnosed with several health conditions and she weighed 215 pounds, according to her mother. Therefore, she and Kayleigh decided to take control of their health through exercise and diet. Thanks to hard work and determination, Kayleigh’s health improved dramatically, and in 2017, she was named the first person with Down syndrome to cross the finish line at Ascension Seton Austin Half Marathon.
This year, she made up her mind to finish the 26.2-mile event, and supported by family and friends, Kayleigh took off and finished in six hours, 43 minutes, and 51 seconds.
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