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18 Awesome IRONMAN Triathlon Tattoos

Sure, your trisuit tan and blisters scream, "I'm an IRONMAN," but what if you want to rep something more permanent once your wristband falls off and your toenails grow back?

The IRONMAN logo, or "M-Dot" has become a badge of honor for IRONMAN finishers across the globe. Whether it's the small M-Dot on the calf or part of a larger piece on your shoulder, there's no better way to solidify your superhuman status than with some ink.

From the extravagant to the more humble, we've gathered some of our favorite and most creative age-grouper M-Dot tattoos.

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Michael Nystrom

A California native, Michael Nystrom graduated from the University of Southern California with a master's degree in journalism. He is a 2x IRONMAN and has done countless sprint- and olympic-distance triathlons. Follow Michael on Twitter, Instagram or LinkedIn.
A California native, Michael Nystrom graduated from the University of Southern California with a master's degree in journalism. He is a 2x IRONMAN and has done countless sprint- and olympic-distance triathlons. Follow Michael on Twitter, Instagram or LinkedIn.

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