Hot New Athletic Activity

The hottest trend right now for mere mortal athletes is half: half marathons and half Ironmans (sometimes also called triathlons).

If you're uninspired by the 5Ks, 10Ks, even 12Ks you've been running, visit this site to find a half marathon in your area.

A half Ironman is a little harder to find. Many are qualifying races for those wanting to sign up for a full Ironman. Here are several:

• Florida Half Ironman Triathlon
• Buffalo Springs Lake Half-Ironman Triathlon
• Gulf Coast Triathlon
• Timberman Triathlon (the 70.3, not the short course)

And so on. Check out the St. Croix Half Ironman, the Pacific Crest Half Ironman, the Soma Half Ironman, and particularly the Half Ironman Distance Triathlon Calendar with a pretty full listing of races. On the Internet, you'll be able to find information on half-Ironmans and triathlons around the world.