RM, first of all, I'd like to say that you have my utmost respect. I've been running for years, and, even though I love it, I KNOW that I could never run a marathon, much less to an Ironman. All I can say is "What a Woman!" I deal with people like that woman all the time. My office mates do not understand what is "fun" about running 6 miles at 5:30 a.m., when it's "cold" (maybe 30) and dark. Now that I'm also riding a bike, they REALLY think I'm a nut. My husband says they're secretly jealous because they can't (or won't) do it. Don't let ignorant people get to you, and when they do, just pop in here and we'll be happy to remind you how awesome you are!

KB