The name Kim Chambers most prominently refers to a world-record-holding marathon swimmer from New Zealand, whose life-changing injury led to her becoming one of the most accomplished open-water athletes in history. 🌊 The Swimmer: Kimberley Chambers

Doctors were within 30 minutes of amputating her leg to save her life.

After an emergency fasciotomy, she spent two years in intensive physical therapy, eventually turning to swimming as a low-impact way to regain mobility. Major Achievements

In 2007, Chambers suffered a catastrophic fall down a flight of stairs, resulting in in her right leg.