Veteran Performance and Wellness Bites

Sometimes, who we thought we were, great though it was, requires a catalyst to prepare us for something much greater. Ken spent 21 years in the Marine Corps in some of the most prestigious leadership positions. He worked hard, provided a great example for others and his family, to then have his career end. Listen to Ken’s story on how a single moment in time pushed him into the humble and amazing man he is today as part of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes in North Carolina.

Edward is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Gulf War. After separating from military service in 1992, Edward describes he had a 15 year lazy period. In 2004-2005 he was told he had high blood pressure, high triglycerides, and high cholesterol. By 2007, Edward was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. Edward describes the moments that led to him needing to take care of himself. 

He found Tough Mudder in October of 2014, and has been hooked since. Listen to his story leading up to multiple Tough Mudders, half marathons, and the lifestyle changes that brought him to competing in the World's Toughest Mudder; a 24-hour non-stop obstacle course race.

Interview with US Army veteran Sean Walsh. Sean talks about his time in the military, challenges he faced be diagnosed with diabetes, and his work and life as a triathlete. Listen in to hear Sean's story.

Team Novo Nordisk

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Interview with Army veteran, Alexandra Michael. Alex is currently pursuing her PhD in nursing. She’s an Army spouse, mother of two, and an endurance athlete who is a part of US Military Endurance Sports (USMES) and Wear Blue: Run to Remember. Listen in and hear her story on how she balanced career, education, parenthood, and athletics.  

Wear Blue: Run to Remember

http://www.wearblueruntoremember.org

Show Notes:

Interview with Marine Corps veteran, Tom Hamilton. Tom spent 22 years in the Marine Corps, which consisted of many years in the infantry, time as Drill Instructor, and First Sergeant. His story is similar to so many others, and yet cannot be told enough. Tom was a war fighter and martial artist, but also fought many demons mentally. What many did now know was Tom’s battle with alcohol addiction and the toll it took on his life and family. Hear Tom’s story about his battle with addiction and how he found his community that saved his life, his family, and his soul.

Might Oaks Warrior Program

http://www.mightyoaksprograms.org

*The sound fades on his end an occasionally. Be patient his message his worth listening to. It is powerful to say the least.

Show Notes:

Interview with Marine Corps Veteran, Darth Vader. Darth had been active in the Marine Corps and since separating in 1995. An injury after separation cost him 22 surgeries over the years until he finally decided to have his leg amputated. Over the years he’s completed 92 Tough Mudders: 70 with two Legs, and 22 with one leg as an adaptive athlete. He completed 93 Half Marathons: 83 with two legs and 10 with one leg. He’s completed multiple triathlons with and without both legs. Completing one within 5 weeks after his amputation. A man of true character, self-awareness, drive, and the mental grit to continue to push himself. Hear his story from transition to his coming year shattering records.