Rising Strong After Combat Injury

A split-second decision, a devastating explosion, and a new reality. Marine Corps veteran Davey Lind lost both of his legs to an IED during his fifth combat deployment in Iraq. But instead of giving up, he made a commitment-to walk again, to push forward, and to inspire others. From the battlefield to becoming a CrossFit trainer and motivational speaker, Davey shares his journey of resilience, recovery, and rediscovering purpose. He talks about the mental battle of losing limbs, the power of a strong support system, and why he refuses to let injuries define his future. This episode is a must-listen for veterans looking for inspiration to push past adversity and build a meaningful life after service. 00:00 - The blast that changed everything 04:00 - Facing the reality of losing both legs 06:30 - Setting a goal to walk again 08:45 - Walking at a wedding just two months after injury 15:00 - The mental battle of recovery 22:00 - Finding purpose in CrossFit and helping others 30:15 - How physical fitness builds mental resilience 40:00 - The role of Semper Fi & America's Fund in his recovery 45:30 - Words of encouragement for other veteransLinks & ResourcesVeteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1 Website: https://thefund.org Follow Semper Fi and America's Fund on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/semperfiandamericasfund Follow Semper Fi and America's Fund on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/semperfiandamericasfund/ Follow Semper Fi and America's Fund Twitter/X: https://x.com/semperfifund Follow Semper Fi and America's Fund LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/semper-fi-and-americas-fund/TranscriptView the transcript for this episode.