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the power of ironman & idaho's true colors

Idaho is one of the leading states to enact anti-trans (women) legislation. Banning female trans kids from competing in women’s sports, denying trans people access to trans healthcare like hormone replacement therapy and surgeries, just to list a few.

Now that I’ve raced both an Ironman and a locally organized triathlon in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, I can see how the spectacle Ironman has over the host cities and not necessarily in a positive way. Ironman draws people from all over the world, bringing different cultures, ideals, etc… to the host locations that quickly overshadows and hides the true colors of this host cities/states culture, ideals, and political stance. I experienced it firsthand.

sportsErinJanuary 7, 2018Comment

2017

2017 has been quite a year for sports, and many firsts! This year was my first doing triathlons, each in of itself brought new and interesting challenges for me to overcome. I learned how to swim, and was able to get to a level where I can confidently swim in races. I also got back into running, something I haven’t really done since high school track and cross country.

Most importantly this year I completed my first Ironman 140.6. One of the hardest sporting achievements I’ve done to date! It was a very proud moment in my life, and one I hope to repeat in the near future.

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