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What I learned when I conquered the world's toughest triathlon | Minda Dentler

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A 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bicycle ride and then a full-length marathon on hot, dry ground -- with no breaks in between: the legendary Ironman triathlon in Kona, Hawaii, is a bucket list goal for champion athletes. But when Minda Dentler decided to take it on, she had bigger aspirations than just another medal around her neck. She tells the inspiring story of how she conquered this epic race, and what it inspired her to do next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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