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14-year-old Max Leib-Post is a rising star in the sport of Onewheel racing, thanks in part to a new treatment that helped get his cystic fibrosis (CF) under control.
Max recently won first place in his category at a national Onewheel competition and finished the season ranked No. 2 in the country in his category. That category includes many adult competitors, some of whom are professional OneWheel riders. Max's rise through the Onewheel ranks is even more impressive becasue he has CF.
Two years ago, Max started modulator therapy, which helped him breathe better, gain weight, and fend off infections. Max was feeling better, which helped him engage in more physical activity. That's when Onewheel became his passion. "If there's a sport or activity you enjoy, get outside. It's life-changing," he said.
Onewheel uses an electric skateboard with a large wheel in the middle of the board. Riders place one foot in front of the wheel and one behind it. Riders race on courses that are similiar to mountain biking trails and can reach speeds of 20 miles an hour or more. Max is in his freshman year of high school and planning to go pro next year.
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