# @trophiesplusmedals on Instagram - **Type:** Image - **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CfllHwZrtVC - **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/5167140-trophiesplusmedals-instagram - **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/58930afcbf.jpg - **Posted:** 2022-07-04T10:34:57.000+00:00 - **Account Owner:** Trophies Plus Medals (@trophiesplusmedals) β€” https://gondola.cc/trophiesplusmedals ## Caption Happy #medalmonday winners! πŸ₯³ It’s been a busy weekend of sporting events. Here at @trophiesplusmedals we would like to wish a HUGE congratulations to all those who took part in the annual Ironman Triathlon @ironmantri yesterday πŸ†πŸ₯‡ What is an Iron Man Triathlon? πŸ’­ The Ironman Triathlon is a long distance triathlon race that consists of: πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ 2.4 mile (3.86km) swim 🚴 112 mile (180.25km) bicycle ride πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ 26.22 mile (42.20km) marathon to finish the event! How long does the Ironman take? ⌚️ The IronMan Triathlon is considered one of the most difficult sporting events in the world. πŸ₯΅ It has a time limit of 16-17 hours to complete the whole race and each section is divided by this time frame with strict cutoff points. Where did the Ironman start? πŸ“ The Ironman Triathalon is associated with the Ironman World Championships which started in Hawaii in 1978. It originally took place in Oahu and it now takes place in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. 🌺 When should you start training? πŸ’ͺ If you are thinking about doing the Ironman next year it is advised that you begin training up to 12 months in advance - so get started on your training today in time for next years event! πŸ‘ The Ironman format has remained consistent since the event began and is regarded as the most honoured and prestigious triathlon to win in the world πŸŒŽπŸ† Will you be taking part in the event next year? #medals #awards #trophies #trophy #ironman #didyouknowfacts #trophiesplusmedals #triathlon #ironmantriathlon #ironmantraining #medalmondayπŸ… ## Stats - **Views:** 0 - **Likes:** 7 - **Shares:** 0 - **Comments:** 0 ## Tags trophiesplusmedals, medalmonday, ironmantraining, medals, ironman, ironmantriathlon, trophy, awards, didyouknowfacts, trophies, triathlon --- Copyright (c) Gondola