MESA, AZ -- Perseverance, determination and humility. These are all things that wrestling taught 2011 NCAA National Champion Anthony Robles.
"When you step out there against your opponent, they might be bigger than you. They might be stronger, faster, more experienced, but whether you like it or not, you still have to face them," said Robles while sitting down with ABC15.
To add to the challenge, the former Arizona State University wrestler was born without a leg, making his story an inspiring one that is now the focus of a film titled 'Unstoppable.' It's produced by Amazon MGM Studios and stars Jharrel Jerome, Don Cheadle and Jennifer Lopez.
"I want them to take away, just the overall theme of being unstoppable. You know that word, it doesn't mean you don't have to wrestle a challenge. It doesn't mean you don't reach your breaking point during moments of your life. It just means that you just find whatever ounce of energy left to fight for one more spot, one more position."
Anthony Robles talks about bringing his life to the big screen for 'Unstoppable.'
His quest to be the best started his freshman year at Mesa High School after he finished the season 5-8 and ranked last in the city.
"I just remember finishing that season. It was a crossroads moment for me because there were thoughts in my head to where it's like, you know, maybe this isn't for me. Maybe I should find something easier. But, you know, through it all, you know I just remember thinking to myself when my mom told me 'don't let your challenge become your excuse,'" Robles explained.
That also came at a time when he and his family were facing bigger adversities.
"Well for me it was really painful because it was very real but I think it was necessary. I think it was necessary to tell the story accurately so that people could see the challenges that we had to fight through as a family," said Judy Robles.
"I feel like it was important to open up about the painful moments...we realized we had to be real. We had to be vulnerable," Anthony added.
The film portrays their real struggles while also showing their true strength as a family.
"Anthony is inspiring...he helped carry me through a lot of my struggles. He was the foundation of strength that I had in my life," said Judy.
Anthony continues inspiring others by always emphasizing the importance of overcoming challenges. He hopes this film will encourage both the nation and a new generation of his family.
"My kid always gets me," Anthony said while getting emotional "I want him to take away that he can be unstoppable...life is a wrestling match...I'm gonna do that for him too."