HAMILTON — A Hamilton physical therapist has returned from competing in one of the world's most challenging athletic events while balancing her roles as a mother, wife and healthcare provider.

Jackie Day recently completed the Ironman World Championship, an annual triathlon held in Hawaii that consists of a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and 26.2-mile marathon run.

"I do crazy things like triathlons," Day said.

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The Montana-born athlete spent about 20 hours weekly training for the grueling 140.6-mile race while working as a physical therapist and caring for her 2-year-old son, Tate.

"What you see of someone coming down the finish line chute, that's just really the tip of the iceberg. People don't see t

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