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Veteran's Day: Endurance Sports in the Military

11/11/2013

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Given today is Veteran’s Day, I thought I would post up some links to a few organizations that support current military members' and veterans' participation in endurance sports.   As popular as endurance sports are amongst military members, I am surprised when I run into military members or veterans who were unaware of these program's existence.  Heck, I admit, a couple of these I didn't even know about until about a year ago, so figured I would help get the word out a bit.   I was fortunate to discover info about Armed Forces Sports in particular early in my own career and was also fortunate to be in roles that allowed me to compete, train and act as an ambassador to the US in international competition.   Please pass this on if you know someone who may be interested in any of these programs.

Thanks to all that have served, are serving or will be serving!

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The Armed Forces Sports (AFS) program was officially established in 1948 as the Inter-service Sports Council (ISSC).  The ISSC was directly involved in the creation of the policy and procedures that paved the way for Armed Forces personnel to have the opportunity to train and compete for national, Olympic, and international competitions, such as the International Military Sports Council (CISM) World Military Championships.  AFS support numerous sports including triathlon, cycling, marathon, cross country and track and field.

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The cycling arm of Armed Forces Sports.  The key mission of Armed Forces Cycling is to contribute to worldwide cooperative security initiatives by representing the U.S. Armed Forces in worldwide cycling events under the International Military Sports Council (CISM) motto of “Friendship Through Sport”.

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 The US Military Endurance Sports Program (formerly US Military Cycling) is a privately funded 501c3 non-profit organization supporting recreational and competitive cycling, triathlon, and adaptive cycling activities for current and Veteran members of the United States Armed Forces.  The team receives no financial assistance from the Department of Defense and aids athletes solely through the support of sponsors and donors.

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Team Red White and Blue.  Team RWB is transforming the way that America supports its veterans as they transition from service member to civilian.   Team RWB creates communities of veterans, their families, and American citizens that enjoy authentic interaction through physical and social activities.


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To support wounded veterans and their families through cycling rehabilitation programs and competitive cycling events with a central focus on mentoring, training and logistical support. Team 4Mil’s capstone annual event is the Race Across America in which an individual or a team of wounded veterans is entered and represents the year-long effort to Keep the Warrior Spirit Alive.

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