A long-time advocate for physical activity and public health, Blair has accomplished many athletic achievements in her career, but this Ironman was one of the most influential races she has participated in. She shared, “There aren’t enough words to express how powerful this experience was. Getting to know Lieutenant Colonel Anthony Shine through his daughter, Colleen; gaining amazing new friends and inspirations in Colleen and the co-founders, Mike Ergo and Lisa Anderson; plus the blessing of feeling such gratitude and motivation from the fellow athletes and spectators for the sacrifice and opportunity the American flag represents…these are gifts I’ll treasure the rest of my life.” She continued, “There’s not a doubt in my mind that Anthony Shine and an army of angel warriors accompanied us throughout the journey, and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to continue carrying forward their spirit of service to fellow warriors, their families, and this nation.”
