The Complete Idiot's Guide to Triathalon Training

by Steve Katai and Colin Barr

Book Overview

"Every man an Iron Manand every woman, too " No longer exclusive events reserved for only the most committed athletes, triathlons, duathlons (bike and run), and aquathons (swim and run) now attract... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1592575803
• ISBN13: 9781592575800
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Alpha Books
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 12 and higher

Customer Reviews

Best beginner book available

I have purchased quite a few books on beginner triathlon training and this is the best one I have found to help the first timer go from 0 to Sprint distance tri. Very concise and easy to follow.

Greatest Training Book Around

I've done 2 Ironman Triathlons and scores of sprints and 70.3's. This is the best book I have read about how to get started and keep going. It's easy to understand,and most important, correct. Everyone considering doing a triathlon, and people who are in it to stay should make this a must read.

Interested in Triathlon - must read

I found this an easy to read and understand resource for the sport of triathlon. I have done a few shorter distances and this book has both peaked my interest and given me confidence to take on the next distance. I like how it is organized... covers all the bases with good tips and photos throughout. Highly recommended! Allen

Outstanding read for the everyday athlete

If you have any interest in triathlons or even any of the associated components, this is a must read. This is a simple, practical, and easy to understand guide that covers Triathlon from A to Z whether you are aiming for a Sprint or an Ironman version. This book, while directed at prospective triathletes, can also easily be applied to so many areas of life or athletics. It is about setting goals and preparing to achieve them and finding ways to deal with difficulties through attitude and perserverence. Along the way, it is also a wonderful guide to the components of preparing for a triathlon. Simple, but very important things such as the increased benefits of stretching warm muscles (vs. cold muscles) are highlighted. From biking gear to butt kicks, these guys spare no important detail in laying out how anyone (not just elite athletes) can start from scratch and work through the steps to become a triathlete. You don't have to be contemplating a triathlon at the moment to get tremendous return from this relatively inexpensive guide to triathlon training. Anyone who has the least interest in fitness, nutrition for athletics, running, swimming, biking, or training for any athletic endeavor will have a hard time putting this book down.

GREAT comprehensive resource!

As a beginning triathlete, this really helped me get over some of my fears about the sport. I was inspired, motivated and I learned a lot so that I will avoid some of the common pitfalls. I am excited, and ready to jump into my training program!