Master Sergeant Cedric King entered the United States Army in 1995. During his 20-year career, Master Sergeant King proved himself to be an exemplary soldier graduating from several distinguished schools in the Army, including but not limited to: the United States Army Jumpmaster Course, United States Army Pathfinder course, Air Assault course, and The United States Army Ranger Course. He is the recipient
of the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Legion of Merit and is an awardee of the order of Saint Maurice The Patron Saint of the Infantry.

On July 25, 2012 during his second tour in Afghanistan, Cedric was severely injured by an Improvised Explosive Device. The explosion caused internal injuries, permanent damage to his right arm and hand and the amputation of both of his legs. Cedric now refers to that moment as his finest hour.

Cedric turned tragedy into triumph, losing both legs and returning to complete the Boston Marathon just 21 months later. Now a renowned speaker, he teaches resilience to top organizations like the NFL, NBA, Google, and West Point. Featured on major networks like HBO and CBS, his incredible journey is currently being developed into the Hollywood film Endurance and was featured in his book, The Making Point. As a premier endurance athlete—including being one of only two double-amputees to complete all seven World Major Marathons—Cedric is currently training for a 140.6-mile Ironman and completing his new book, Marathons, Mindset, and Mercy. 

Cedric has been married to his lovely wife, Khieda King, since October of 2000 and they have two beautiful daughters, Amari and Khayma King.