The Adventures of Captain Awesome, Part I (Or, Shakes On A Plane)

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Wednesday, January 02, 2013

I'm part of a new documentary film called, "From Fat To Finish Line." I'm running a 200 mile relay race from Miami to Key West. And I'm blogging every step of the way.

First up, "The Adventures of Captain Awesome, Part I."
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-of-captain-awesome-part.html

Then stay tuned as SparkPeople.com, FatToFinish.com, and the RagnarRelay.com come together for this incredible experience!

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GOOSIEMOON 1/11/2013 4:52PM

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LYNDALOVES2HIKE 1/9/2013 8:51PM

I am so excited for you and I'm going to record your TV appearance -

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DRB13_1 1/6/2013 4:25AM

what an endeavor! Best wishes, you make us proud...and inspired!

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BOGUSANNIE 1/5/2013 11:28PM

Great blog.....fear is our biggest negative self talk....you ARE Captain Awesome....I have missed reading your blogs over the last little bit...fighting my own fears I guess...but like you I am always determined to be the best I can be, regardless of my ups and my recent downs!

Can't wait to follow you this week....have a great one!!!!!

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PIXIEMOM13 1/3/2013 1:54PM

So excited for you and can't wait to hear more about the whole experience! (and of course can't wait to see the documentary!)

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SHRINKINGSHERI 1/3/2013 6:35AM

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TENNISJIM 1/3/2013 6:26AM

well done, John.

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BE-THE-CHANGE 1/3/2013 5:20AM

Can't wait to read all about your journey!

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BUTEAFULL 1/2/2013 10:55PM

this is gonna be good WTG John

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KELLIEBEAN 1/2/2013 9:33PM

His is so cool. I read your blog and felt butterflies in my stomach. I could feel the anticipation, excitement and nervousness. Ou are going to be great!

I can't wait to hear more!

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HEALTHIERKEN 1/2/2013 8:10PM

"Captain Amazing". Your team has you pegged, John. You *are* Captain Amazing so pack away those fear thoughts and be yourself. It'll be grand!

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GETFIT2LIVE 1/2/2013 6:32PM

Been thinking about you the last few days as the time for Ragnar has been drawing close. I'm pulling for you and the whole team to go forth and thoroughly EMBRACE and ENJOY this experience fully; maybe doing that will help more completely slay the dragons of self doubt that you've learned to deal with along the way. Can't wait to hear about it and see the movie when it's done!

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MARTY728 1/2/2013 12:27PM

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ASHPATCH11 1/2/2013 12:08PM

have FUN sounds right up ur aly!!
I will follow you!

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FUNFROG79 1/2/2013 10:58AM

So inspiring! I love this! I've been following you and another girl on your team's blog as well! Have fun!

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LINDAK25 1/2/2013 10:21AM

You can do this! Hey, you're Captain Awesome and he can do this! Oh, and don't forget to have fun.

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LESLIELENORE 1/2/2013 9:32AM

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GINGERHAWK 1/2/2013 9:05AM

I can't wait to hear more about your trip - what an awesome adventure. Take a deep breath, do your best and be yourself - you'll shine and everyone will have a great time. Good luck!

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CELIAMINER 1/2/2013 8:22AM

You rock, John! Have a great time and tell us all about it!

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RACINGTOLOSE2 1/2/2013 8:11AM

Great Blog John, nice description of fear , your not crippled by it !! Have a great run will be watching !

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SNOOKUMS19 1/2/2013 8:08AM

Thanks for this blog! Thanks for sharing these feelings. I know them very well. I'll take them with me in this new year! Enjoy and congrats again for facing your fears and moving toward your goals!

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TINAT247 1/2/2013 8:00AM

John, I mean Capt. Awesome, you are AMAZING! You have been such an inspiration to me. Please know that you have a whole cheering section full of people who think that you are good enough, strong enough, and ready to kick this relay's ass!

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MYRTROSE 1/2/2013 7:50AM

Look at that open, big, beautiful smile! Your face is just gorgeous!

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ANNIEONLI 1/2/2013 7:43AM

Boy John, the part about the insecurities of your teammates hit a nerve! Wow, I have those same feelings now too... like being the fat kid at school who noone wants to play with on the playground (yup, that was me)... and whoa, I so get that.

But you have got this in the bag!!! You are real and that what makes you genuine and likeable, despite your underlying anxiousness brought on by the past.

Looking forward to the next installment Captain Awesome!

Smiles
Annie

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ANDY_54 1/2/2013 7:42AM