Category Archives: spectators

Why Didn’t FitOldDog Listen To His Coach, Chris Hauth, But Then, He Finally Did, Thanks To His Ironman Triathlete Son, Nigel -> Another Kona Slot At The Texas Ironman!

Hi folks, welcome! No fool, like an old fool. Chris said, “Kevin, why do you do Lake Placid every year, when you are not designed for hill climbs?” I didn’t listen. Then two days ago my son, Nigel, said, “Dad, … Continue reading →

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Ironman Spectators Should Get A Medal Too, Especially Those With Kids - FitOldDog Watching His Son, Nigel, At The 2014 Texas Ironman

Hi folks, welcome! Empathy, or putting yourself in the shoes of another, leads to greater understanding and tolerance, though I still find some people to be impossible. Guess I have spiritual work to do. Whilst watching my son today, at … Continue reading →

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