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Thinking about running a triathlon? 5 tips before jumping in
Read full article: Thinking about running a triathlon? 5 tips before jumping inEither exercising more or achieving greater fitness goals are usually popular New Yearโs resolutions for people, but have you thought about an even bolder resolution that will ensure you either get or remain in great shape?
Florida man with Down Syndrome competes in Ironman triathlon
Read full article: Florida man with Down Syndrome competes in Ironman triathlonPANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. โ A 21-year-old Florida man could make history as the first person with Down Syndrome to compete in a grueling Ironman Florida triathlon this weekend, which includes a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and 26.2-mile run in a single day. Chris Nikic signed up for a new triathlon program with the Special Olympics Florida in 2018. Nikik eagerly wrote โChris world champ.โHis father Nik Nikic said that led to a talk about doing triathlons and, eventually, an Ironman. "The greatest gift that Chris has gotten in all this is the gift of belonging.โChris Nikic, an IRONMAN Champion. ๐๐ช #onepercentbetter #anythingispossible Posted by IRONMAN on Monday, November 9, 2020Some love for Chris this morning from ESPN SportsCenter!