At age 23, Jamal Hill, learned he has Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a progressive neurological condition that affects muscles, especially in the arms and legs. Soon after, he joined the U.S. Paralympic ...

The nerves wash over you, as you look upon an intimidating field of competitors. This event is one that will change your entire future, with turns and difficult stretches that will surely test you.

Diana Nyad, the 64-year-old swimmer who has already made four attempts to cross the 103 mile stretch of water between Cuba and Florida, is on the verge of completing her journey today. With just 17 ...