John Register is a two-time Paralympian, a Paralympic Games Silver Medalist, a Persian Gulf War veteran, and a TEDx motivational speaker who inspires people to live healthier, wealthier, more fulfilling, passionate, and purposeful life. Born and raised in Oak Park, Illinois, John is a true survivor who has overcome countless challenges to achieve great success. Despite losing his left leg after a misstep over a hurdle during his training for the 1996 Olympic Games, John never lost his fighting spirit. He learned how to “amputate his fear of disability” and became a world-renowned motivational speaker, sharing his powerful message of perseverance, determination, and resilience with audiences worldwide.

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John Register is a two-time Paralympian, a Paralympic Games Silver Medalist, a Persian Gulf War veteran, and a TEDx motivational speaker who inspires people to live healthier, wealthier, more fulfilling, passionate, and purposeful life. Born and raised in Oak Park, Illinois, John is a true survivor who has overcome countless challenges to achieve great success. Despite losing his left leg after a misstep over a hurdle during his training for the 1996 Olympic Games, John never lost his fighting spirit. He learned how to “amputate his fear of disability” and became a world-renowned motivational speaker, sharing his powerful message of perseverance, determination, and resilience with audiences worldwide.

John is a four-time All-American graduate of the University of Arkansas and served six years in the U.S. Army, including active duty with the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program. He has won numerous awards and accolades, including nine gold medals in the Armed Services Competition and two World Military Championships.

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In fact, he’s climbed the Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, and the Eiger, walked to the North Pole and the South Pole, crossed the English Channel on a stand-up paddleboard, and escaped from Alcatraz, just to name a few of his adventures. The way he sets himself a goal and achieves it will make you understand that you too are capable of much more than you think. There are no limits to what you can achieve as long as you’re willing to commit yourself.

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