Bethany Hamilton was just 13 when she lost her left arm in a shark attack while surfing, but she was back on her board one month later. 🦈🏄🏼‍♀️ Her incredible comeback led her to become a professional surfer, motivational speaker, and author of Soul Surfer, which inspired a major film. She credits her faith for her strength and now helps others through her foundation. ❤️ @bethanyhamilton #bethanyhamilton #surfer #accident #livetheimpossible #goalcast | Goalcast

After losing her left arm in a shark attack, Bethany Hamilton defeated the odds and returned to surfing just one month after the surgery that saved her life. | CBS Sports

At 13, Bethany Hamilton lost her arm in a shark attack. Most would’ve walked away from the ocean forever. She didn’t. 🏄‍♀️💪 Just one month later, she was back on her board—fighting waves with one arm and unstoppable will. People said it wasn’t possible. She proved it was. Bethany went on to become a pro surfer, inspire millions, and turn pain into power. Her story isn’t just about survival—it’s about rising stronger than the storm. #BethanyHamilton #Unstoppable #SurfLegend #OvercomingObstacles

Surfer Bethany Hamilton continues to inspire and amaze since losing an arm in a shark attack when she was just 13. | ABC News