Although the men have recently taken time off from triathlons to bond with their new sons, they have by no means abandoned the sport. Both plan to compete in races within the next year.
“There’s something about multi-sport races, like the Ironman, that inspire me and other triathletes,” said Ron. “Maybe we are all just a little nutty—a lot of people seem to think so. And, maybe we just love the sport. But, I know that at the end of the day I have pushed myself to achieve my dreams. I have proven that I can do something I had always thought was impossible. And for me, that’s the best reward.”