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1.35 million applicants received a military entrance physical from 2016 to 2020, and about 15% of them received an initial disqualification. More than half of these disqualified applicants sought a waiver, and they were more likely than not to get approved. This whole system can be frustrating and opaque, so in this episode we dive into the medical standards and waiver process with a guest who was deeply involved. Dr. Christopher D. Meyering is a board-certified Primary Care Sports Medicine physician. He attended medical school at the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Midwestern University and subsequently completed his Family Medicine internship and residency training at DeWitt Army Community Hospital at Fort Belvoir, VA. Following a 2-year assignment in Germany, he completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Tri-Service Primary Care Fellowship at Fort Belvoir, VA. He is certified by the American Board of Family Physicians with a Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine, and he is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Meyering retired from the U.S. Army after 21 years of Service which included 3 combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as a Battalion Surgeon for Infantry, Armor, and Field Artillery units. Several key positions during his career were assignments as the Command Surgeon for the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command which oversees all recruiting and training for the entire U.S. Army; the Command Surgeon for the U.S. Army Recruiting Command which made him the medical waiver authority for the Army; and the Division Surgeon for the 1st Cavalry Division. Dr. Meyering was the Chief Medical Officer for the 2022 and 2024 DoD Warrior Games held in Orlando, FL. Additionally he was the co-medical lead for the 2021 Invictus Games held in The Hague, The Netherlands and for the 2023 Invictus Games in Dusseldorf, Germany. He is currently the Chief Medical Officer for all upcoming DoD Warrior Games and is the Medical Lead for Team U.S. at the 2025 Invictus Games in Vancouver and Whistler, Canada. He is the author of multiple peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and published abstracts, and he has presented at international and national conferences and events. He was previously the assistant team physician for George Mason University and covered all collegiate sports. He volunteered medical services at multiple levels and events to include the Marine Corps marathon, the Army 10 miler, the Augusta Half Iron Man Triathlon, All Army Wheelchair basketball, USA National and Golden Gloves Boxing events, Army combatives tournaments, professional fast pitch softball, and Special Olympics. We reference a lot of data from this AMSARA report "Accession Medical Standards Analysis and Research Activity"Some other relevant reporting on the issue includes this piece from The War Horse and this discussion of recent changes from AUSACOL (R) Meyering told a story about national media attention on some of his work, and you can find that coverage here

Originally Published April 11, 2022. Today, we are honored to have Rear Admiral Kyle Cozad as our special guest. A graduate of the US Naval Academy in 1985, Kyle's distinguished 35-year career in the Navy was centered around aviation training and operations, commanding at various levels and serving as an instructor pilot, including an exchange tour with the Canadian Air Force. However, in 2018, a tragic accident left Kyle paralyzed from the waist down. Despite the prognosis that he'd never stand again, Kyle's determination, resilience, and spirit led him to defy the odds. Through intensive therapy and sheer will, he regained some mobility and continued to serve on active duty, becoming an inspiration to many. Join us as he shares his incredible journey of overcoming adversity, finding new purpose, and demonstrating that it's not what happens to you, but what you do with what happens, that defines your life.   Rear Admiral Kyle Cozad (retired) is a 35-year Navy veteran, who served at the highest levels of the US Navy.  After a catastrophic spinal cord injury while still on active duty, Cozad confronted the fight of his life – defying medical prognoses that he'd never walk again, only to return to full duty (in a wheelchair) for his final 30-months of service.  Since his accident, Cozad has participated in the DoD Warrior Games, was recognized as a Department of Defense Top Employees with Disabilities in 2020 and has become an advocate for disability awareness and personal resilience in his book, “RELENTLESS POSITIVITY.”   Most recently, Cozad joined the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation as the President and Chief Executive Officer in October 2020 where he resides today in Pensacola, Florida – affectionately known as “the Cradle of Naval Aviation.”   Social Media: Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/kyle-cozad-80b038101   Instagram: Instagram.com/rearadmiralkc    Thanks for listening to the show! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka. We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often.   This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home   We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!   Dr. Allen Lycka's Social Media Links Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_allen_lycka/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drallenlycka LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenlycka YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/c/drallenlycka   Subscribe to the show. We would be honored to have you subscribe to the show - you can subscribe on the podcast app on your mobile device

In this episode, Julius shares his incredible journey from running track in high school to becoming an adaptive athlete after a career-ending knee injury while serving in the Navy.He details his struggles with surgeries, recovery, and mental health, ultimately finding a new purpose through adaptive sports programs like the Navy Wounded Warrior Program.Julius recounts his participation in events like the DoD Warrior Games, Invictus Games, and various marathons, highlighting the support and community he found along the way.His dedication to adaptive sports and continuous push to improve serves as an inspiring testament to resilience and perseverance.Julius McManusRaces MentionedThanksgiving Day Half Marathon in Guantanamo Bay, CubaMarine Corps MarathonPanama City Beach MarathonDisney Series of racesDetroit MarathonBoston MarathonSeaside Half MarathonJolly Elf Half MarathonBattleship 12kLondon MarathonTokyo MarathonThe People's Marathon in D.C.New York MarathonShout OutsNavy Wounded WarriorCoach Kyle PutmanTeam Semper FiOscar MikeOscar Mike FoundationAchilles FoundationBethCollin McManusKrewe of KindnessHowie SandbornChrisStevenKelsey OffnerCreed ShlebertCraig SchauerSupport the Show.For more details on Run Your Story happenings, including signing up for our upcoming training program, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development, coding tutoring, or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherSteve TaylorMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkAnna SzymanskiDave McDonaldKarla McInnisJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseCristy EvansSharonda ShulaNell GustavsonMeredith NationsAllyson Swann

We'd love to hear from you about this episode.Swimming is one of our most popular recreational activities. It is a healthy, low-impact movement that we can continue throughout life.Aside from being a lot of fun, swimming is a great way to enhance health and wellness holistically. The mental health benefits of swimming include a release of endorphins and serotonin, an active form of mindfulness, lower stress and anxiety, and an overall sense of increased happiness. Simply hearing flowing water can induce a flood of neurochemicals, making us happier and healthier and lowering stress levels. While aquatic therapies are standard for physical rehabilitation, more evidence shows successful management of mental and emotional challenges such as PTSD, addiction, and various anxiety disorders. Welcome to Episode Forty-One of The Nature of Wellness Podcast.  In this episode, we sat down with Soldier, Medic, and Paralympic swimmer Elizabeth Marks. Injured in Iraq, Ellie discovered her love for swimming as part of her rehabilitation. After a few years, she was named to the Army's World Class Athlete Program and began competing at the International level as part of Team USA.  Ellie received the 2016 ESPY Pat Tillman Award, a 2017 induction into the Army Woman's Hall of Fame, the 2023 Soldier for Life award, and the 2024 Military Times Soldier of the Year award. She is a 12x World Record Holder, 16x American Record Holder, 2x Paralympic Games Record Holder, and 1x World Championships Record Holder.  We talk to Ellie about her journey through adversity, how "doing hard things" helped her effectively manage the multiple adversities associated with traumatic injury, how sport has allowed her to thrive in all areas of her life, and how "success is a team sport." She shares the importance of "choosing your family" as a support system, how challenges can help us determine who we can and should be, and how our values factor impact our trajectory.We couldn't wait to "dive right in" with this unbelievable human. Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review anywhere you listen to this podcast.We appreciate you all. Be Well-NOW Ellie's Team USA Profile: https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=93c33c50d09bd4562&q=https://www.teamusa.com/profiles/elizabeth-marks-858203&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwiw2NfpoqWGAxXQF1kFHfoFDdYQFnoECAAQAg&usg=AOvVaw0Q0Afaq0G9La_KXXMbKZ6B&fexp=72519171,72519168Fisher House Foundation Website: https://fisherhouse.org/US Olympic and Paralympic Committee: https://www.usopc.org/DoD Warrior Games: https://dodwarriorgames.com/Invictus Games Foundation: https://www.invictusgamesfoundation.org/ * The unbelievable Shawn Bell produces the Nature of Wellness Podcast, making us sound so good.** The NOW theme song was penned, performed, produced, and provided by the dynamic duo of Phil and Niall Monahan. *** This show wouldn't exist without our amazing guests and all of you who listen. Please like, subscribe, follow, and review to help us get these important messages out to more folks who can benefit from them. Thank you all.

I met Rick Devericks at the Department of Defense Warriors Games in Chicago in the summer of 2017. We became fast friends and share our love of country, our Veterans and the Lord. His friendship has been one of many that I am so thankful for and I look forward to sharing some time on the archery range with him some day soon.Until them, we will have to catch up over the phone and on this podcast. His second time joining us, Devericks recently returned from the DOD Warrior Games in his role as the archery coach for Team SOCOM. I won't spoil the party but let's just say that his prowess with the bow and arrow has spread quickly to those he's been instructing and good things have followed.Archery is a life long passion for the Rick and he gets range time whenever he can to battle his own PTSD and knows firsthand the value of giving that same gift to others who are struggling. His youngest son has also picked up the bow and time with him is far and away the joy of Deverick's life.Residing in North Carolina, we hope to some day have an event closer to his home turf that will allow us to see each other in person more often. While plans are still in the works, when that day does come, I know that Rick will be there in the trenches with us doing what he does best, continuing to serve his community through his love of archery and his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.Thank you for your service Rick! Keep shining that light brother!You can find Rick on Instagram and Facebook and learn more about the DOD Warrior Games at https://dodwarriorgames.com/For more information about HHAUSA and how you can support our mission, visit www.hhausa.orgTo purchases HHAUSA hats, shirts, challenge coins and tumblers, visit www.hhasports.com

Transcript: http://bit.ly/3ZM5qkSChristy Kinsey (maiden name Wise) was born in Reno, Nevada and grew up with a twin sister and younger brother, spending all their time skiing and playing sports. For college, Christy attended the United States Air Force Academy where she ski raced and played club softball. In 2009, she commissioned as an officer in the United States Air Force and in 2011, she received her pilot wings to fly the HC-130. She spent the next couple years stationed in Valdosta Georgia, and deployed to Afghanistan and Italy.On April 11, 2015, Christy was visiting her friends for the weekend in Destin, Florida and she was on her paddleboard in a protected cove behind her friends' house when she was struck by a hit-and-run boat driver. Although Christy's life was miraculously saved, she lost her right leg above the knee in the incident.Christy was determined not to let this change her life so she fought to stay in the Air Force and continue flying. She became the sixth Air Force pilot (and first female) to return to flying after an amputation. Along the way, she won 11 medals in the DOD Warrior Games and competed in two international Invictus Games. Humbled by all the support she received since the first night in the hospital, Christy and her twin sister Jessica started a non-profit, One Leg Up On Life, that provides prosthetic limbs to patients in Haiti.Christy's courage and determination to continue her Air Force career while also using her experience to help others exemplifies tremendous resiliency and strength of character.Learn more about the One Leg Up On Life Foundation:http://www.oneleguponlife.org/Connect with the Rocky Mountain ADA Center at https://rockymountainada.org/ or find us on social media. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify or anywhere else you get your podcasts!

We had to play some catch up considering how busy we've been. From the DOD Warrior Games, to training and then the age old notion of "Sloppy Seconds"

CEO of the Fisher House Foundation, Ken Fisher, joins the show for Military Mondays to discuss his organization's work for military families and their participation in the upcoming 2022 Department of Defense Warrior Games.

Jim Is pleased to have Colonel Cary C. Harbaugh on the show. The Colonel retired from the army in 2019 after 41 years of Military service. Prior to his retirement, he served as Director of United States Special Operations Command Care Coalition and director of the 2019 DoD Warrior Games held in Tampa. He is now chairman of Special Operation Warrior Golf Foundation. Please enjoy! Visit www.sowgf.org for more information www.JimKarol.com

In 1996 First Sergeant Collins joined the U.S. Army as an Intelligence Analyst (96B) and completed basic training in Fort Leonard Wood and AIT at Fort Huachuca,AZ. His initial duty station was with the 8th Army in Pyong Taek, South Korea. Upon returning stateside in 1997, he was stationed at 4th ID (Mechanized) at Fort Carson, Colorado. In 1999 First Sergeant Collins was nominated for and assigned to Royal Air Force Base Molesworth in the UK. In 2001 he returned stateside and was assigned to 1/325 Airborne Infantry Regiment/82nd Airborne; attending Jump school over 9/11. First Sergeant Collins was tasked to support US CENTCOM in April - September, 2002 for the early stages of the war on terror. He attended Special Forces Assessment and Selections (SFAS) in October- November 2002. He completed the Special Forces Qualification Course in 2004 and was assigned as an 18D, Special Forces Medical Sergeant, to the 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne), where he served as the Senior Medical Sergeant for Special Forces Operational Detachments – Alpha’s (SFOD-A) 732, and 734. While assigned to 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne), he participated in Operation ENDURING FREEDOM as well as multiple deployments to the SOUTHCOM Areas of Operation. In 2008, First Sergeant Collins was assigned to the Special Warfare Medical Center (SWMG) as an 18D instructor teaching Combat Trauma Management (CTM), Advanced Combat Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Triage. In 2009 he was assigned to A Special Missions Unit on Fort Bragg, NC; serving as a Senior Medic and Team Sergeant. While assigned there, he participated in in multiple deployments to Operation IRAQI FREEDOM and OPERATION NEW DAWN. In January 2014 First Sergeant Collins was assigned to Walter Reed National Medical Center to rehabilitate from a left below the knee Amputation. In July 2014, First Sergeant Collins was assigned to 1st Special Forces Command’s (A) Office of Special Warfare (OSW) developing the Non- Standard Medical Team, SOF Austere Care Course (SOFACC), and Regional Support Medic (RSM) Courses.These courses were designed to augment tactical and/or austere environments with a webbed network of echeloned medical capability. RECOGNITION In April of 2017 First Sergeant Collins Assumed Duties as HHC First Sergeant for SWMG. In April 2018 First Sergeant Collins was awarded the prestigious Major General Singlaub award. This award is given to one soldier per year within the entire U.S. ARMY Special Operations Command‘s 26,000 people.The Major General Singlaub Award is presented to deserving recipients who exemplify the Army Special Operations Forces Next traits, the Army Special Operations Forces promise, and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to bettering ARSOF. In 2018 First Sergeant Collins also medaled for Team U.S.A. at the 2018 Invictus Games in Sydney, Australia and represented and medaled forTeam United States Special Operations Command at the 2018 DOD Warrior Games.

U.S. Special Operations Command hosted the 2019 Department of Defense (DoD) Warrior Games this past June in Tampa Bay, Florida. Approximately 300 wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans participated in the competition. Competitors include active military service members and veterans with upper-body, lower-body, and spinal cord injuries; traumatic brain injuries; visual impairment; serious illnesses; and post-traumatic stress. Our guest today was a competitor from team ARMY. www.igniteyourlife.org www.dodwarriorgames.com

U.S. Special Operations Command hosted the 2019 Department of Defense (DoD) Warrior Games this past June in Tampa Bay, Florida. Approximately 300 wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans participated in the competition. Competitors include active military service members and veterans with upper-body, lower-body, and spinal cord injuries; traumatic brain injuries; visual impairment; serious illnesses; and post-traumatic stress. Our guest today was a competitor from team ARMY. www.igniteyourlife.org www.dodwarriorgames.com

US Navy Veteran AJ Mohammed is back for the final part of this 4 part series on Military Resource Radio. Your host – Tony Gatliff – and this amazing Veteran and American hero touch on several subjects in this episode including (but not limited to) some other Veteran service organizations that have really assisted AJ and are assisting other Veterans all across the country, AJ being on Chicago Mayor (and former Congressman and Obama Chief of Staff) Rahm Emanuel’s podcast – “Chicago Stories.” In addition, Tony goes over some recent military-related current events, including a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran who is climbing Mt. Kiliminjaro (with one leg – no big deal) and a Veteran from Michigan who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor 48 years after the events that lead to him being recognized for his service. Tune in for this fantastic episode of Military Resource Radio!

In the third part of this four-part series with US Navy Veteran – AJ Mohammed, your host of Military Resource Radio - Tony Gatliff – and his guest cover a wide variety of topics including: the two most important people in his life (in this order) – his wife Grace, and his service dog Radar - how different Veteran service organizations have affected his life in a positive way by assisting him with his drive for competing in adaptive sports, the amazing service organization where he met and acquired Radar and much, much more. Another terrific episode of Military Resource Radio is here, and you won’t want to miss it!

On Part 2 of this 4-part episode of Military Resource Radio, US Navy Veteran – AJ Mohammed, and Military Resource Radio Host – Tony Gatliff, are at it again. The conversation continues into AJ’s experiences in the Middle East (which brought him to where he is today), his dramatic life change since then, his new outlook on life after battling PTSD and depression, overcoming his challenges, and some amazing veteran service organizations that helped him turn his life around. Military Resource Radio has never been more timely or amazing, and we can’t wait for you to listen to this inspiring episode!

On this episode of Military Resource Radio, Tony Gatliff sits down with US Navy Veteran and the definition of the word INSPIRATION – AJ Mohammed. The pair discuss AJ’s upbringing in Trinidad and Tobago, California and Wisconsin (a lot of variety there), as well as “Hamilton”, “GI Joe”, his experiences in JROTC and AJ’s inspiration for joining the US Navy, as well as being assigned close to home at Great Lakes Naval Station near Chicago. Don’t wait another minute before listening to this informative and entertaining episode of Military Resource Radio!

The 2017 Department of Defense Warrior Games kicked off in Chicago, Friday, June 30th and will go until July 8th.

The 2017 Department of Defense Warrior Games kicked off in Chicago, Friday, June 30th and will go until July 8th.

Air Force athletes compete to be on the 2017 Air Force Wounded Warrior Team. The winners will be competing at the 2017 DoD Warrior Games in Chicago June 30 - July 8, 2017.

Fleet Activities Yokosuka Honors USS Fitzgerald, Countdown to 2017 DOD Warrior Games

B-Roll package of SOCOM Warrior Athletes competing in Warrior Games Pre Trials: Archery, Track and Field, Sharpshooting

A personal invitation from Military Resource Radio host Tony Gatliff to you and your friends to attend the Department of Defense Warrior Games in Chicago! We hope to see you there.

Redmond Ramos is a former FMF Navy Corpsman and founder of Redmond Ramos STS, where is he continues to serve as a motivational speaker.  During a deployment to Afghanistan with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, where he joined up with the marines and sailors as a combat replacement, Redmond was struck by an IED, severely injuring his left leg.  After failed attempts to save his leg he decided to have the medical staff perform a below-the-knee amputation. Shortly after Redmond has his leg removed he continued his fight through physical therapy.  He was not about to be stopped by his injury, nor let it define him.  It would merely become a part of who he was.  He began to train for the Warrior Games, an adaptive sports competition for wounded, ill and injured service members.  He doesn't stop there and his incredible story is one of the greatest Veteranology has gotten to host to this point. Redmond Ramos STS - http://www.redmondramos.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/redmondramos.com The Travis Manion Foundation: http://www.travismanion.org/ The DoD Warrior Games: http://warriorgames.dodlive.mil/ Challenged Athletes Foundation: http://www.challengedathletes.org/ 

At the closing ceremony of the 2016 DOD Warrior Games, it was announced that the games will move to Chicago to be hosted by the Navy in 2017.

It's another one in the books with the end of the 2016 DoD Warrior Games here at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York. Approximately 250 athletes representing teams from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force and U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) as well as the United Kingdom (UK) Military Forces are participating in the 2016 Warrior Games competition.

The 2016 DoD Warrior Games here at the Unites States Military Academy in West Point New York are winding down with the completion of the day’s swimming events. Approximately 250 athletes representing teams from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy/Coast Guard, Air Force and U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) as well as the U.K. Armed Forces are participating in 2016 Warrior Games competition.

The 2016 DoD Warrior Games are nearing the halfway point with day three's archery events completed. At the end of day three Team Army leads the medal count with 114 medals, Team Air Force with 59 medals, and third is team Navy with 34 medals. Approximately 250 athletes representing teams from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force and U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) as well as the United Kingdom (UK) Military Forces are participating in the 2016 Warrior Games competition.

On today’s show: Jt’s shares the back story behind the F-16 crash in Arizona killing pilot Brig. Gen. Rasid Mohammed Sadiq. Our quick take on Don Trump and the presidential nominees. DOD Warrior Games.  – Marine Crops comes out on top for the only event that matters.  Shooting. U.S. needs $270 billion dollars to upgrade nuclear […] The post Joint Strike Fighter Dominated By Fighting Falcon appeared first on Military News Talk Radio and Military Podcast - Chairborne Commandos.

More than 250 wounded, injured and ill U.S. and British service members and veterans competed in a variety of sporting events.

VCNO Admiral Michelle Howard shares her thoughts about wounded warriors at the 2015 DoD Warrior Games.

℠2015 - The Defense Department kicked off the 2015 DoD Warrior Games at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., and Secretary of Defense spoke at the opening ceremony commenting on the historic and strong partnership between Britain and the U.S.

A trailer for the upcoming 2015 DoD Warrior Games at Quantico VA. Also available in high definition.