Imagine swimming two miles, jumping out of the water, hopping on a bike and riding for more than 100 miles. If that’s not enough, imagine finishing your day by running a complete 26.2 mile marathon.
Ironman triathletes complete all three events in a single day, but thanks to the Schriever Fitness Center, members and civilians here can experience the thrill of a triathlon over a more reasonable time frame.
A few years ago, Schriever Sports and Fitness Manager, Seth Cannello, decided he could give Air Force members here a taste of what Ironman Triathlon competitors experience. He called the event the “Lazyman Triathlon,” but that name can be somewhat deceiving. Anyway you look at it, the miles don’t run, swim or bike themselves.
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