Posted on
Advocate.com November 23, 2010
An Iron Man
Transgender athlete Chris Mosier endured one of the most difficult physical competitions around while negotiating tricky gender politics on foot, on a bike, and in the sea.
By Chris Mosier
http://www.advocate.com/Society/Transgendered/An_Iron_Man/Being an athlete has always been a primary part of my identity. I love competing, being on a team, and experiencing the camaraderie that comes from interacting with other athletes. When I began to consider transitioning, I knew that choosing to be open about my gender identity would require that I negotiate my identity as an athlete. Living authentically as the person I know I am and continuing to be a competitive triathlete, runner, and cyclist were both important, so I am trying to do both.
