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2007 Ford Ironman World Championships

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We're less than a week away from the big day on the Big Island. Athletes are tapering and more and more will arrive in Hawaii each day. The week-long festivities will kick off with a 5K and 10K fun run on Sunday.

This weekend also sounds like a good time to dip into the Active.com archives.

  • Originally published in 2001, this piece on Ironman-doctor Bob Laird examines common ailments treated in Kona, as well as an interesting surprise Dr. Laird and his team found pertaining to triathletes over 40.

  • Celebrating the Ironman's 25th anniversary in 2003, the race's first champion, Gordon Haller, looks back at the humble beginnings of the event.

  • Last year, Chris Lieto was the first American male to cross the Kona finish line--in ninth overall. His goal this year is nothing short of being first in the world, and his training proves it.

  • Finally, for those who find themselves in Hawaii without a race number, we offer tips on how to Plan Your Own Ironman, with suggested routes for swimming, biking or running across the 50th state.

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ActiveKona2007

 Member since: Sep 27, 2007

On October 13, the triathlon world will find out who the best in the world is--and thousands more will achieve a dream. Tune in to Active.com's coverage of the 2007 Ford Ironman World Championship and find out what's going on in Kona.

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