- Maybe I've got it wrong, maybe I'm naive, but I think many (most?) triathletes do care, to one extent or another what other people think of their accomplishments. After all, modern North American culture is based on judging other people's accomplishments and behaviours (cult of celebrity) and so, being concerned about how others perceive your actions are of importance.
- Your second point is well taken. In truth, it does take a minimal amount of commitment to be able to complete a marathon, let alone an Ironman but after looking at this picture, then again, maybe not =-)
- http://www.atwillett.com/marathon_photos/start_nyc_marathon_vertical.jpg
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