22-Year-old ‘Blade Jumper’ Ready to Take off (2)

After getting an artificial left leg, the gruesome bruises at her amputated end almost became a new affliction.

But with no doubt, some physical pain will not stop her from dreaming to be selected by the national team.

“I’ve gotten used to it,” Chen said, massaging the hurting part. “Everyone said I master this new leg because I only fell down once.”

Chen's male teammates gives her a foot massage at the heavily bruised amputated end

She will compete in China’s 9th National Para Games for the first time as a professional triple jumper.

Catching up with her national champion teammate is Chen’s goal. “I will try to be as good as her, compete for China, and keep this career rolling,” she said.