ABOUT "M"

Born:

October 20, 1977 in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada

Marital Status:

Marilyn is married to Chris McDonald. www.trimacca.com

Athletic Background:

Competed at the international level in showjumping (horses) from age 9-24. Coached and competed from age 18-24.

First Triathlon:

I did my first sprint race in 1999. Then competed in triathlon recreationally until 2003. Raced my first Ironman in 2003 (Ironman Canada) and made my professional debut in 2004.

Goals:

To Win Ironman Canada.

To podium at Ironman World Champs Hawaii.

To be one of long course triathlon's leading female athletes.

Other Athletic Interestes:

I love bike racing!!

Residence:

I live 6 months of the year in Boulder, CO, USA, and 6 months in Albury, NSW, Australia.