Sponsor Coach Tim Cheatham
221 E Main St, Du Quoin, IL 62832, USA
38.01119420000001
-89.23672909999999
About Tim
Limb Difference: Traumatic
Type: BKA, Left Leg
Sport: Strength Training
Tim understands the pain and frustration of amputation. As an
18-year-old, he was on the wrong end of a hunting mishap that cost him
his left leg below the knee. Today, Tim is an experienced pedorthotist
whose mission is to help improve the quality of life for his patients at
Hanger Prosthetics and Orthotics in Herrin, IL
At his job, Tim uses new technologies to evaluate the needs of his
patients and custom fit them for an artificial limb or orthotic device.
He says that the most rewarding aspect of the business is watching a
child adapt to their new surroundings. New technology means that it is
much easier to get a good, intimate fit of a prosthesis for his
patients.
Sports + Highlights:
● Enjoys competing in CrossFit events & obstacle course races
● Has achieved several Spartan Trifectas (which means Coach Tim
finished one of each the Spartan distances – Sprint, Super and Beast (or
Ultra) – in one calendar year)
● Competed in the Ragnar Relay alongside Amputee Blade Runners
Bonus:
● Enjoys running local 5k’s
● Attends his local CrossFit gym 5-6 times a week
“At Nub Camp, I really enjoy working with the campers and families,
especially those who are new to adaptive sports. NubAbility Athletics
has done an amazing job with their camps, and every event makes an
impact on everyone involved.” - Coach Tim