UP TO THE CHALLENGE

Paige Wood completes Ironman competition
Wood was the 941st person to cross the finish line. She ranked 18th in her division and 179th woman to compete the competition. Photos provided
Wood was the 941st person to cross the finish line. She ranked 18th in her division and 179th woman to compete the competition. Photos provided

How do you spend your weekends? Some people relax after a long week. Others are looking for more of a challenge.

Paige Wood is one of those people. The 2023 Fullerton grad recently completed something that few people can achieve. She completed the Ironman on Sept. 27 in Chattanooga, Tenn.

“You must complete the 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride, and 26.2-mile run in under 17 hours,” she said. “I fin…