Chilean Miner Pena Also A Triathlete

One of the Chilean miners who was rescued on Wednesday has received attention for running a reported six miles a day underground, but it turns out he is also a triathlete. Edison Pena, 34, says he ran to relieve stress and stay in shape.

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One of the Chilean miners who was rescued on Wednesday has received attention for running a reported six miles a day underground, but it turns out he is also a triathlete. Edison Pena, 34, says he ran to relieve stress and stay in shape.

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