The Time-crunched Triathlete: Race-winning Fitness in 8 Hours a Week (Time-Crunched Athlete)

The Time-crunched Triathlete: Race-winning Fitness in 8 Hours a Week (Time-Crunched Athlete)

by Chris Carmichael (Author), JimRutberg (Author)

Synopsis

"The Time-Crunched Triathlete" presents a fast-paced triathlon training programme that delivers competitive speed without the time demands of conventional approaches. In as few as 8 hours per week, triathletes can develop the speed and endurance they need to be competitive in triathlon, from sprint- to half-iron distance races. Drawing upon principles refined while coaching busy endurance athletes, Chris Carmichael shows triathletes how to build fitness in three sports on a realistic schedule that fits into their busy professional and personal lives. Complete with training plans, case studies, nutritional guidelines, and success stories, "The Time-Crunched Triathlete" is the book active working professionals and parents have been waiting for. This title is in paperback with charts and tables throughout.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 256
Publisher: VeloPress
Published: 10 Dec 2010

ISBN 10: 1934030619
ISBN 13: 9781934030615

Media Reviews
You will want to plan your 2011 schedule with The Time-Crunched Triathlete at your side. -- Active.com With this science-backed program to reduce time but not results, The Time-Crunched Triathlete might be the answer to your busy calendar. -- Triathlon Magazine Canada Written for the huge majority of triathletes who have limited training time...A novice triathlete should have no difficult understanding the book's concepts, yet a veteran triathlete will still gain valuable, time-saving tips and strategies. -- Liberty Sports magazine
Author Bio

Chris Carmichael was an Olympian and a professional cyclist before becoming a renowned coach and best-selling author. He has coached elite athletes since 1990, was recognized as the U.S. Olympic Committee Coach of the Year, and was inducted into the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame in 2003.

Jim Rutberg is the editorial director and a coach for Carmichael Training Systems and co-author, with Chris Carmichael, of the New York Times best-seller The Ultimate Ride (2003), Chris Carmichael's Food for Fitness (2004), and 5 Essentials for a Winning Life (2006).