Triathlon Training

Steve Katai, Colin Barr

ISBN 10: 1615644555 / ISBN 13: 9781615644551

Published by Alpha, 2015

About this Item

Clean, complete copy; normal shelf wear. Ships promptly. A step-by-step guide to preparing for your first triathlon Triathlons are no longer just for the elite. If you want to compete in a multi-sport outdoor event then this is the guide for you, regardless of your experience level. Triathlon training can be hugely beneficial to your health and wellbeing, helping you to improve confidence, burn fat and relieve stress. Idiot's Guides®: Triathlon Training includes step-by-step illustrated instructions, coving everything from choosing the right equipment to signing up for the right race. With techniques and exercises, training schedules and injury avoidance, this guide offers winning advice on preparing for each part of the race - the swim, bike and run. Essential training tips for both men and women covers sprint and intermediate level triathlons ensuring you train in the most productive, and safest, way. With Idiot's Guides®: Triathlon Training you will be ready for your first triathlon in no time.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Triathlon Training
• Publisher: Alpha
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1615644555
• ISBN 13: 9781615644551
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good

About this title

Synopsis

Triathlons are growing in popularity with both people accustomed to running races and complete novices to the competition realm. From choosing the right equipment to signing up for the right race, from techniques and exercises to training schedules, and including hazard and injury avoidance, this four-color book visually covers all aspects of sprint and intermediate (standard) triathlon training. Packed with expert advice from a professional triathlon trainer, this easy-to-follow beginner's guide shows how to maximize one's strength and energy for the best performance.

About the Author

Colin Barr and Steve Katai are triathlon fanatics who each won the U.S. nationwide Degree Everyman Ironman contest; Katai in 2003 and Barr in 2004. Since their wins, they have become dedicated to the sport, competing around America. They have been featured in Triathlete magazine, Competitor magazine, Windy City Sports, local and national television (ESPN2, Fox Chicago, WGN Chicago), newspapers (Chicago Sun Times, Chicago Daily Herald, San Diego Union Tribune), and online.