80year old grandmother becomes oldest woman to finish Ironman World Championship
17 days ago
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- Natalie Grabow, at age 80, became the oldest female ever to finish the Ironman World Championship in Kona.
- She completed the 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride, and 26.2-mile run in 16 hours, 45 minutes, and 26 seconds.
- Grabow didn't learn to swim until she was 59 and started triathlons at 60, making her journey even more remarkable.
- Despite challenging conditions—hot, humid, and windy—she managed her nutrition and salt intake to avoid cramps.
- Grabow's daughter, Amy Rousseau, praised her mother's resilience and spirit, especially after a fall near the finish line.
- Grabow sees triathlons as an excellent opportunity for amateurs to compete alongside professionals.
- Her dedication to training and competition has made her a role model for perseverance and hard work.