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The IRONMAN. Where BIG LIVES are born.

Dive deep into the inspiring and rich IRONMAN history and Kona’s life-changing stories from Emmy Award winning former IRONMAN CEO, David Yates, who led IRONMAN during the Mark Allen, Dave Scott and Paula-Newby Fraser years. Let IRONMAN and a dolphin named Winter lead you to your own BIG LIFE with practical tips from Yates on how to pursue a BIGGER purpose for your life.

This is your time.

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Overcome your greatest obstacles and lead a BIG LIFE

Conquer Challenges

With the backdrop of the IRONMAN, you will learn the power of overcoming,  thinking big, and setting yourself up for success on your life’s journey.

Be inspired

Journey through life-changing stories of IRONMAN conquerors, who set themselves up for their own BIG LIFE.

David's Purpose

Discover how David Yates converted his dream into a reality, helping millions make their own dreams come true.

About the Author

David Yates

Former CEO - IRONMAN Group and Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Producer of Dolphin Tale movie franchise

Emmy Award-winning Producer of NBC and ESPN IRONMAN shows

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