, /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) is supporting the Department of Defense Warrior Games as a Platinum sponsor. More than 200 athletes from U.S.
military branches will participate with athletes from international ally nations at the Games in . Over 90 of the U.S.
athletes are registered warriors with WWPTM. "Wounded Warrior Project is incredibly honored to sponsor one of the most prestigious and spirited competitions in the military community," said WWP CEO Lt. Gen.
(Ret.) . "The 2024 Warrior Games represent the biggest stage in military adaptive sports and showcase the bravery and resilience of our nation's heroes.
We're proud to help support their journey to mental and physical wellness – something Wounded Warrior Project works to cultivate among warriors every day." Many of the WWP-registered warriors participating in the Warrior Games were first introduced to modified athletic opportunities through WWP's , , and programs. Warriors who adopt healthier habits through these programs see improvements in chronic conditions, their support system and mental wellness, and an increase in overall quality of life.
WWP's concluded that more than half of WWP's warriors use physical activity as a tool to cope with stress or mental health concerns. Army veteran and wounded warrior is competing in Warrior Games for the second time. She credits WWP for playing a significant role in her post-service recovery.
"Wounded Warrior Project is big for me because I'm still connected.
