Dawn Hagaman

Dawn is a 53-year-old attorney/medical malpractice defense claim consultant who is a lifelong resident of mid-Michigan. Dawn was a cheerleader in high school and at Grand Valley State University in her younger years, and had an on-and-off relationship with various martial arts and some equestrian background. Until a few years ago, she was happy to be on the sidelines for her kids’ soccer, wrestling, and other activities. An injury and wake up call had her start weightlifting and running in 2019. Her first duathlon was in 2021 and her first triathlon was in the spring of 2022 (sprint), and then her first ½ marathon later that fall. Dawn's first Half Iron Man was in May 2023 in Chattanooga at the age of 52! If not working or training, Dawn enjoys spending time with her family and friends, as well as traveling. Her lifetime goal is just to learn more about the overall sport of triathlon and become healthier and more active.

2024 GOALS

My first goal was to complete the Barry Roubaix 18-mile gravel ride and I did so at the end of April! Next up is Iron Man 70.3 Des Moines on June 9th with one of my favorite people and now fellow teammate, Rachel Telder! Who knows what races I may decide to do after that. I want to build on my strength and endurance and enjoy my summer with some training and racing with friends. I have met the most amazing and wonderful people through this sport! I also want to spend time at our family cottage before my daughter heads off to pharmacy school out of state and I am hoping my son comes home for a bit from the military too. So come visit the lake and go for a nice open-water swim with me!