Mission of R2R
To improve the health and wellness of injured veterans by providing a life changing experience that can impact their lives forever.
"Getting together in groups and the resulting social connection is the royal road to recovery for combat veterans with psychological injuries", Dr. Jonathan Shay (PTSD expert and VA psychiatrist). Quoted in NY Times 1/2008
Program
R2R supports Spinning® Recovery Labs and outdoor cycling programs at Military and VA locations around the U.S. to help injured veterans overcome obstacles they face. Cycling is an important part of the recovery and rehabilitation program for two reasons:
- Cycling is an activity that almost all patients with mental and physical disabilities can participate.
- Participation in the Ride 2 Recovery Program helps speed up the recovery and rehabilitation process.
Program provides Regional Training Clinics and Morale/Fundraising Events
Military and VA Gov’t will receive special discounted pricing on best-in-class Spinners and Recumbent
Bikes by Star Trac, road bikes by R2R, and specially adapted bikes by Alternative Vehicles. For all equipment sold, Companies will make a donation to R2R to expand the cycling programs in military and VA locations across the US
Morale, Welfare Benefits
The R2R Cycling program strengthens the body. It can reduce the experience of stress, depression, and anxiety. Dozens of scientific studies have demonstrated the relationship between exercise and mood. Exercise promotes arousal and relaxation, and improves quality of sleep. These conditions help the body recover from the stress response. The program also has many health benefits, including overall physical fitness.
The Ride 2 Recovery is produced by the Fitness Challenge Foundation, (501C3) in partnership with the Military and VA Volunteer Service Office, to benefit Mental and Physical Rehabilitation Programs that feature cycling as the core activity.
