Noah Galloway Biography

Fast Facts

• Created the No Excuses Charitable Fund, which raises money and awareness for such organizations as Operation Enduring Warrior and YMCA of Alabaster, Ala
• Men's Health Magazine named him 2014's Ultimate Guy
• Lost his left arm above the elbow and his left leg above the knee in an improvised explosive device attack during his second tour of duty, and after deciding not to let that hold him back, he became committed to inspiring others
• Served in the 1st of the 502nd Infantry of the 101st Airborne Division out of Fort Campbell, Ky․, during Operation Iraqi Freedom
• Quote: "They ask why I push myself to the limit․ I do it because I feel powerful, strong and tough․ I feel at home when I'm challenged․"
• Quote: "I believe in being better, not bitter․"
• In addition to guest appearances on national talk shows, he competed on season 20 of "Dancing with the Stars․"
• Became a personal trainer and motivational speaker, sharing the story of his injury and recovery with others to inspire them not to make excuses for themselves
• Appeared on the November 2014 cover of Men's Health Magazine
• Has competed in adventure races like Tough Mudder, Spartan events and numerous 5K and 10K races