Being at the weekly sessions even in the face of barriers like the 90-minute drive or single-vehicle household problems, feels like a win to me. I always come away with a feeling that I have positively helped my mental well-being. This journey to physical, spiritual, and mental wellness that I have been on is significantly impacted by seeing the progress of others on the same journey at the MVP sessions. I feel joy through sharing what we get to do at MVP.
Read MoreThe second I walked into the first session at MVP, I was greeted by a volunteer, and I immediately knew that these people would genuinely care about me.
Read MoreI am forever grateful to MVP for its unwavering commitment to veterans and former athletes. They have truly changed my life, helping me go from a place of uncertainty to one filled with hope and a renewed sense of purpose. Thank you, MVP, for being the support system I needed during this critical phase of my life.
Read MoreMVP has provided me with a space to share my journey with men and women who can relate to my challenges—giving me a team to maintain physical and mental fitness.
Read MoreMVP helps not only the veteran and athlete but also helps their families, their communities, and our country.
Read MoreThe weekly sessions have given me an outlet to let some stuff out in a safe environment; typically, I am not comfortable telling close friends and family the issues I have from serving in the military.
Read MoreI look forward to it every week, and no matter how bad of a day or week I had, the MVP session energizes me in such a positive way to be surrounded by such incredible people.
Read MoreI feel very comfortable sharing my ups and downs each session because we all have gone through some similar situations. What I also love about MVP is that we all have each other's back, not just only on Wednesday evenings but on a 24/7 basis."
Read MoreI have definitely grown in confidence and have progressed in a positive way since becoming a member. Our trainers are excellent, and working out in groups motivates me to work out more. Weekly, I am inspired by the openness/transparency of our members.
Read MoreMVP has given me a group of peers that I feel connected to and feel safe to confide in when I am at my worst. I look forward to seeing the other veterans in MVP each week.
Read MoreLooking back at it all, I would have never been able to get the help I needed if it had not been for MVP.
Read MoreMVP has helped me by having a group of peers that understand the team mentality and post-deployment/post-service life struggles. It has helped my confidence and has helped me realize my individuality and identity as a person.
Read MoreMVP is a beautiful thing. I really appreciate the platform and look forward to building more friendships through MVP. It’s the huddle like the locker room where I’ve really connected with others.
Read More“I definitely would recommend MVP to all other combat veterans and former professional athletes! I love breaking a sweat and breaking down those mental barriers with my MVP fam!”
Read MoreIt has also increased my energy levels to perform more physical activities outside of the program. My anxieties have become manageable as I interact with more relatable veterans and players.
Read More“I’m allowing myself to find and experience the joy that came in the form of faith, reading, and connecting with others. I worked myself to death and didn’t allow myself to feel. I can see that I have come a long way, and I’m now finding pieces of myself that I didn’t know were misplaced. Love and understanding are the main ingredients to a healthy recovery or transition—this is what we have in MVP.”
Read More“I find the combination of a workout and fireside chat brings everyone together in an intimate team setting. It’s a great team-building experience. The workouts allow members to let their guard down and to be more open later during the chats.”
Read More“With the help of MVP my marriage has grown stronger.”
Read More“Since leaving the game, I don’t watch football on TV and I’m not a football fan anymore.”
Read MoreMVP has helped me get back with the camaraderie and brotherhood I appreciated in the military. Even though I wake up every morning with something hurting, I know on my worst day I won’t run away from it, and with my MVP brothers and sisters, we’ll push through. In Iraq, I couldn’t run away, and even though as a civilian, I’ve often felt alienated, at MVP, we are one
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