StrongWarriorsAugust2014

More than Just an Event
Strong Warriors Challenge
is an Experience’
e, the Strong Warriors, pride ourselves on providing the best quality fitness
events at the most affordable prices in order to give people not just the opportunity to
attend and participate in these types of fitness events but more importantly to give people
the opportunity to experience a challenge and test their physical limitations in a positive
atmosphere. We, the Strong Warriors, do our best to ensure that people who attend and
participate, volunteer, or choose to be a spectator will have a positive memorable
experience at any of our fitness events.
If you are interested in in bringing the Strong Warriors fitness events, programs, or workshops to your community please
contact us by email at [email protected] . We, the Strong Warriors, need your support. You can support our cause by liking our
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Strong Warriors San Juan River Challenge in Shiprock,
New Mexico on August 16, 2014.
1st Place Overall Finisher, Jonathan Charley, 17, from
Kirtland, N.M., time of 30.50 minutes.
Women’s 1st Place Finisher, Lori Todacheene, 38,
Shiprock, N.M., time of 42.11 minutes. (Pictured Below)
Sammy Ahkeah- Running for San Juan County Commissioner
District 1 for the State of New Mexico. Sammy donated bottled
water & trash cans for event. #VoteAhkeah (Pictured Above)
Rena Scott- Running for Magistrate Judge Div 2, N. M.
Rena donated her time & effort as a volunteer. Also in
picture is Woody Lee who also volunteered.
Kenneth Maryboy- Navajo Nation Council Delegate, San Juan County Commissioner for Utah being
interviewed by Jim Mimiaga reporter of the Cortez Journal. Kenneth donated his time and the p.a. system
and DJ for the event. Not only did Jim write a story covering the Strong Warriors San Juan River Challenge
he participated and ran in it. Please show support by reading and liking Jim’s article at this link:
http://cortezjournal.com/article/20140821/NEWS01/140829951/Navajo-Nation-hosts-obstaclechallenge
Ho-Chunk Nation Strong Warriors Challenge 5K Obstacle Course
t has been said, “Give and it shall be given unto you.” And after our last Strong Warriors event in
Baraboo Wisconsin this statement couldn’t have been more accurate and true. We gained so many new
friendships and personal connections through our experiences. We strive to bring the best possible
experience to our participants and we leave more encouraged by all of the stories that different
individuals chose to share with us. We are humbled and honored to be able to spend time with all those
that we got to meet at the Ho-Chunk Nation. Thank you for the hospitality, the food, and for welcoming
us into your community. We are already looking forward to returning next year.
We, the Strong Warriors, would
like to personally thank Ho-Chunk Nation,
the Ho-Chunk President Jon Greendeer,
the House of Wellness and its employees
Scott Gilbeck, Lance Tallmadge, & Paul
Roberts along with Ho-Chunk Legislator
David Greendeer.
Strong Warriors Challenges event for the Ho-Chunk Nation in Baraboo, Wisconsin on August 24, 2014.
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1st Place Finisher Devan
Decora of the Ho-Chunk
Nation, time 36:53
(Far Left)
1st Place Female
Finisher Kyla Rave of Black
River Falls, time 40:24
(To Left)
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The following is a brief interview of David Miller & the two men who guided him on his
extraordinary experience and inspiring journey as he overcame obstacles, endured
the struggles, and conquered the ‘Strong Warriors Challenge 5K obstacle course.’
‘Assist Wisconsin Conquers the Strong Warriors Challenge’
Will Miessner (Far Left), David Miller (center), John Miller- David’s dad (Far Right), Paul Roberts (Standing Behind David)
What is Assist Wisconsin?
“Assist Wisconsin is a non-profit
organization committed to replacing
obstacles with opportunities for individuals
with disabilities. “We have two main focuses
right now, first to open up the natural beauty
and attractions of our area here in Wisconsin
with exceptional families so they can enjoy
them together. Our second focus is to equip
our state parks with adaptive equipment and
volunteers to facilitate handicap accessible
adventures for these families”, said Will
Meissner founder of Assist Wisconsin.
David tells us a little bit about your self?
“My name is David Miller. I am 26 years old.
I was born in Dayton, Ohio, but I currently
reside here in the Wisconsin area.”
David, prior to the race what was going through your mind
and what emotions were you feeling?
“Before the race I was just trying to get my mind right. I
thought about all the training that Paul gave me in the past
few months and how far I had come. Within the few short
weeks prior to the race, I had learned a lot about myself. I
learned what I was capable of and I also gained a lot more
confidence”, said David.
What did you think and how did you feel as you were going
through the obstacle course?
“The course was a lot harder than I anticipated. But with
the training that Paul had put me through I knew that I
could do it. I just had to dig deep. There were times during
the event that in the back of my mind I wanted to give up.
But having Paul and Will there with me was a huge help.
They kept pushing me and motivating me to keep going.
They brought things out of me that I didn’t know I was
capable of. If it wasn’t for them, honestly, I probably would
not have been able to finish the whole thing”, said David.
So, David, tell us how you felt after you finished the
race?
“After I crossed the finish line, I looked back at
everything we just did. It took us nearly 3 hours
to do the course, but I knew we had done
something huge. We worked together as a team
and motivated each other to complete the obstacle
course. It was one of the best accomplishments
that I had ever done. Having 2 of my really good
friends there with me at the end made it that
much sweeter.”
Paul, David credits you
heavily with training him
and helping him prepare for
the race. He also said you
helped bring out the best in
him which allowed him to
dig deep, and push to the
finish line. How does this
make you feel and what was
going through your mind
when you crossed the finish
line?
“Every day, us able body
people, take the little things
for granted. David really
showed me the true
meaning of heart that day. I
will always remember the
Strong Warriors Challenge event as a day that changed my life
forever and I’ll never forget the courage and strength it took
David to finish the race. It just proves anything is possible with
determination and a strong spirit”, said Paul Roberts, David’s
trainer and friend.
What is the future for Assist Wisconsin?
“The future is bright. We are working on some very important
partnerships in our area that will help us grow rapidly. Growth is
measured for us by the lives impacted, therefore growth in our
infrastructure is essential. We are looking to build and grow our
internship program to be operating at full capacity by spring
2015”, said Will.
How can people support or help Assist Wisconsin?
“People can show support by visiting our website at
www.assistwi.org and this will put them in contact with volunteer
and donation opportunities. They can support via social media by
liking us on Facebook at Assst WI and follow us on Twitter
@AssistWI.”, said Will Meissner founder of Assist Wisconsin.