Q&A with Chris Hauth

GU ATHLETE: Chris Hauth
SPORT: Triathlon – 2006 Ironman Coeur D’Alene Champion
BIRTHPLACE: New York, 1969
CURRENT RESIDENCE: Mill Valley, California
WEBSITE: www.aimpcoaching.com

Proudest athletic accomplishment?
Winning Ironman Coeur D’Alene 2006.

Superstitions for training or competition?
Never cross the finish line prior to the race.

What’s the most shocking or most helpful thing a spectator has ever said to you while you were racing?
In Ironman Coeur D’Alene 2006, Paula Newby-Fraser said that I couldn’t catch the lead woman, Joanna Zeiger (who had started 35 minutes ahead).
That motivated me and I came in 30 seconds behind her – definitely helpful!

What characteristics do you most respect in your competitors?
The ability to run fast off the bike.

If you were not a pro athlete, what would you do professionally?
I’d be a currency trader (which is what I did prior to becoming a triathlete).

When you were a kid, what did you dream of becoming when you grew up?
A pilot.

Song title that best fits your personality/spirit?
Dirt off your Shoulder by Jay Z.

How do you reward yourself when you reach a key goal?
Take vacation time with my family.

If you were a contestant on Survivor, what would be your one comfort item from home?
My Blackberry. Or the History of Baseball Encyclopedia.

What’s the most creative way you’ve ever carried your GU?
In my swim cap.

Personal causes you’re involved in? C.A.R.E. – www.care.org.

Three things people don’t know about you?
I have two children: 2 weeks and 2 years old. I love to hunt in the off season. I listen to classical music.