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The First Ironman Triathlon was in Kona, Hawaii. Arranged by a Navy Commander John Collins. It was a combination of the three longest individual events for each of the sports. It consisted of the Waikiki Roughwater Swim (2.4 miles), Around-Oahu Bike Race (115 miles, originally a two-day event), and the Honolulu Marathon (26.2 miles)
The first Ironman Triathlon took place on February 18, 1978, but it wasn't the organized event you see today. A Naval commander came up with the idea after he and his buddies were "discussing" who was the fittest athlete - the runner, the biker or the swimmer.
Having done triathlons before Commander John Collins suggested that the guys settle the debate by doing three of Hawaii's big races back to back. The races were the Honolulu Marathon, The Around-Oahu Bike Race, and the Waikiki Rough Water Swim. They were all very close to the race distances Ironman supports today. (The Around Oahu Bike Race was 3 miles longer, but for logistics the guys chopped off those 3 miles).
Gordon Haller was the first to earn the title Ironman by completing the course, with a time of 11 hours, 46 minutes, and 58 seconds. That time has since been eclipsed, in 1996 Luc Van Lierde with a time of 8 hours 4 minutes 8 seconds.
Paula Newby-Fraser, she won eight times: 1986, 1988-1989, 1991-1994, and 1996.
For men, it's Mark Allen and Dave Scott (both of them six times).
Gordon Haller in 11 hrs 46 minutes 58 seconds - not a bad time considering they didn[t know if it could be done!
The first Olympic decathlon was 1904, won by Tom Kiely. Before the event was in the Olympics other people competed in the event many times.
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What sports are in a triathlon?
a triathlon contains swimming running and bicycling
How long does it generally take to complete an ironman triathalon?
It depends on your experience, and condition to determine how long it will take to complet an Ironman Triathalon! Some of the better athletes only take about 8-12 hours to complete it!
What percentage of people finish IRONMAN?
On average, about 95% of athletes who start an IRONMAN race end up finishing it. This high completion rate is a testament to the dedication and preparation required to take on the challenge of an IRONMAN event.
How can you avoid the symptoms of heroin?
Don't take it in the first place..... Don't take it in the first place.....
Who would win Iron Man or Gambit?
With gambits powers not being the most powerful it's my opinion that ironman would win, from a very long distance ironman could take him out. the only exception to this would be if gambit were to catch ironman without his suit on but the likely hood of gamit managing this is slim. i am a fan of both toons but it is ironman who would win this battle overall.
When you are swimming in a triathlon are you allowed to stop swimming?
When you are competing in a triathlon, there will be lifesavers/lifeboats etc around you so if there is any need to stop/take a breather or go back to shore you are easily able to.
What diet should you take if training for a triathlon?
chocolate. just joking anything healthy bruz
How do you make an ironman suit?
You take your fist and punch youself continously in the face till you are unconcious. And there you go :)
How long does triathlon lasts for?
It could take from less than a hour to more than 17 hours.
How do you do Ferrel Ironman's Bits on HorseIsle?
First talk to Ferrel Ironman (Bird Isle craft shop owner). He will ask you to take some bits to Goodwin Rider, the tack shop owner in Appleton. When you get there talk to Goodwin give him the bits, and he will give you $5000 and 25 quest points.
Where did the freedom rides take place?
Where did the first freedom ride take place
Where did the Olympics first take place?
Athens, Greece.
