Triathlon: A Training Manual

Triathlon: A Training Manual

by SteveTrew (Author)

Synopsis

Triathlon is the ultimate endurance challenge, pushing the body to its extreme while giving back a feeling of achievement and reward. This book aims to show newcomers the best ways to try out the sport and, for those already participating, how to achieve their personal best - safely and efficiently. Topics covered include: training and how to prepare a realistic programme; training evaluation and adapting to your strengths and weaknesses; detailed sections on swimming, cycling and running; advise on diet and nutrition, weight training, stretching and flexibility, and injuries; and preparation for positive, combative mental attitude for competition.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 192
Edition: illustrated edition
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
Published: 25 May 2001

ISBN 10: 1861263864
ISBN 13: 9781861263865

Media Reviews
The principles in this book are key to improving and performing to the best of your ability. Training this way means that every minute is put to good use. Follow it and you will never look back. Sian Brice, British Olympic Triathlete.
Author Bio
Steve Trew has been involved in triathlon since 1983 as an athlete, coach team manager, commentator and journalist, as well as being a member of the British Traithlon Association. At the 2000 Sydney Olympics, he had the dual role of triathlon race commentator and British coach.