JJ Chalmers
In May 2011 - Whilst serving in Afghanistan, JJ suffered life-changing injuries from an IED blast. Narrowly avoiding double arm amputation, he lost two fingers and was left with a badly damaged elbow, as well as face and leg injuries.
We're incredibly proud that many of our performance military athletes have gone on to represent their country again at Paralympic and Commonwealth level.
Sport plays a big role in many of our veteran's recovery journeys. Sport is powerful in helping heal both physical and mental wounds, and gives a sense of camaraderie that many miss when their military career comes to an end.
Some of our veterans go on to be elite military athletes, and we feel great pride when they compete for their country.
Taking part in sport at a higher level could be your chance to represent your country once more.
We work with partners to find the best talent in many Paralympic and non-Paralympic sports.
If you show a talent for a sport, you could be nominated by the National Governing Body (NGB) to be a part of the Help for Heroes Athlete Academy. The Academy will give you access to a tailored package of support, which might include grant funding for specialist equipment, links to world-class coaches and access to sports science and medicine support.
In May 2011 - Whilst serving in Afghanistan, JJ suffered life-changing injuries from an IED blast. Narrowly avoiding double arm amputation, he lost two fingers and was left with a badly damaged elbow, as well as face and leg injuries.
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Micky was serving in Afghanistan in 2010 with the Royal Engineers when he stepped on an Improvised Explosive Device (IED).
Stuart served in the Royal Air Force (RAF) until in 2013 his life changed forever. He was caught up in an explosion in Afghanistan, losing his lower left leg immediately in the blast, and later had to have his shattered right leg amputated too.
Jo worked alongside the British Army until in January 2010, she discovered she had a tumour on her spinal cord.
Meet military Paralympian and injured ex-serviceman, Nick Beighton.
Derek Derenalagi was serving with the Worcestershire Sherwood Foresters Regiment in Helmand Province in July 2007 when the vehicle he was out on patrol in triggered a roadside bomb.
Five years ago, military Paralympian Cpl Phil Eaglesham contracted Q Fever whilst on tour with the Royal Marines in Afghanistan.