Now, shes an international model and a multi-time champion of the Special Olympicsand she’s just getting started.

Werner began playing sports at the age of eight.

Werners parents signed her up for Special Olympics gymnastics, where she trained for years.

Chelsea Werner Gymnast

She works very hard many hours a week.

She is very disciplined and has learned to work through difficult situations.

She has incredible confidence and self-esteem.

Chelsea Werner Gymnast

The confidence gained through gymnastics has empowered Werner to chase her ambitions in other parts of her life.

Modeling was born from her pursuit of sports, and Werner took to it right away.

She loved modeling from the very start!

Chelsea Werner Gymnast

With her success, Werner is a role model who wants to inspire everyone to be their greatest selves.

Do what you love and always try your best, she says.

Be grateful and venture to stay positive.

Chelsea Werner Model

Chelsea Werner is a gymnastics champion and model who has Down syndrome.

Chelsea Werner Model

Chelsea Werner Model

Chelsea Werner Model

Chelsea Werner Model

Chelsea Werner Model

Chelsea Werner Model