Warrior Ride 2024: Your Host Introduces You to This Awesome Annual Bike Event

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How do dedicated volunteers, healthcare professionals, and passionate riders come together to create an unforgettable event for our veterans? This episode promises a heartwarming and inspiring journey through the 7th Annual Warrior Ride in Haymarket. Join me, your host Larry Zilliox, as I engage with incredible individuals like Solomon Montgomery, a licensed physical therapist assistant who fervently supports soldiers with traumatic injuries. Listen to Faith Lillemo, our unstoppable volunteer coordinator, as she reveals the immense teamwork required to orchestrate such a meaningful event. Hear from Shirley Dominick, the founder of Serve Our Willing Warriors, who shares her personal experience of riding for the cause. And don’t miss Rozlyn Giddens from UVA Health, who talks about their unwavering support and community engagement.
Prepare to be moved by the phenomenal stories of riders who push their physical boundaries. Discover how targeted therapy can lead to astounding improvements, even enabling some participants to ride 30-40 miles. Learn about Joe's rigorous training for a 100-mile run at Halloween and the role therapy plays in alleviating his pain. We close with an invitation to participate in next September's Warrior Ride, underscoring how these activities are both rewarding and transformative. This episode is a testament to the collective effort and enduring spirit that honors and supports our veterans.

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1. Annual Warrior Ride at Bull Run (00:00:00)

2. Supporting Wounded Warriors Through Cycling (00:11:36)