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The Triathlete's Training Bible [Paperback]

Joe Friel
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  • Paperback: 386 pages
  • Publisher: VeloPress; 3rd New edition edition (30 Jan 2009)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1934030198
  • ISBN-13: 978-1934030196
  • Product Dimensions: 27.7 x 21.3 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 6,548 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"25 years of active multisport coaching has proven that Joe Friel has an unprecedented understanding of endurance sports. As a multiple triathlon world champion, I would consider Joe as one of the leading figures in triathlon coaching today. Joe's professional approach and practical understanding of sports physiology has helped many endurance athletes of all abilities reach their full athletic potential." --Simon Lessing, 5-time Triathlon World Champion

""The Triathlete's Training Bible" is a fantastic guide. You can't go wrong using the advice in this book." -- Scott "The Terminator" Molina, triathlon's winningest pro

"As an athlete with the unique ability to race multiple Ironman races every season, I have always been trouble for any triathlon coach. To coach myself successfully, I needed a reliable and strong tool. I searched all sources carefully until I found the one--"The Triathlete's Training Bible" by Joe Friel. Whatever my problem, there is always a solution in this book. This book makes my understanding of training, racing, and recovering more complete with every page." -- Petr Vabrousek, professional triathlete

"As a triathlon coach, 2004 Olympian, and former top-ranked triathlete in the world, I've used "The Triathlete's Training Bible" as one of my key references. Joe Friel's training books have made the once "crazy" sport of triathlon accessible to the public while also guiding seasoned athletes to their full potential." -- Barb Lindquist

""The Triathlete's Training Bible" is an invaluable tool for every triathlete looking to improve." -- Clas Bjorling, professional triathlete

""The Triathlete's Training Bible" is a 'must read' for both athletes and coaches...It captures the essence of multisport training by outlining both the science and the art of the sport in a detailed, yet practical format. It is one of the most valuable resources I have on my bookshelf." --Libby Burrell, USA Triathlon National Program Director

"Joe Friel has spent

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Coach Joe Friel has equipped thousands of triathletes for success in the sport. This new edition of his best-selling book includes all of the latest advances in training and technology. "The Triathlete's Training Bible" is the most comprehensive reference available to triathletes, and it speaks to triathletes of all ability levels, whatever their experience. Friel empowers triathletes with every detail they need to consider when planning a season, lining up a week of workouts, and preparing to race. With a solid understanding of the science behind Friel's proven methodology, triathletes can easily develop a personal training plan and know how to adapt it throughout the season based on their body's response to training. The third edition, now in a two-color format, includes extensive revisions on the specifics of how to train and what to eat. Triathletes will discover how to: build muscular endurance with a new approach to strength training; precisely gauge intensity with the latest in training technology to maximize form and fitness and reduce fatigue; improve economy in swimming, cycling, and running; competently adapt annual training plans over the course of a season; and, improve body composition and recovery with smarter nutrition. As the sport of triathlon continues to boom, it can be difficult to stay abreast of the latest trends and research and even harder to remain competitive. With more case studies to draw from and multiple contingency plans for those times when training doesn't go as planned, triathletes can count on Joe Friel to help them maximize their potential. Two-color interior, illustrations, charts, and tables throughout. Over 170,000 copies sold in all editions.

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
The Best. Period. 15 Nov 2011
By Mark
Format:Paperback
In my opinion, the goal of this book is to give people who want to compete in triathalons a scientific, self-coached training plan. Does it deliver? Absolutely. The book accomplishes this through six, cleanly divided parts.

Part one, "The self-trained triathlete" is concerned with the "philosophical" basis for methodical training. It deals with things such as attitide and commitment, which are as important to me as the physical training.

Part two, "From lab to real world" talks about the scientific foundation of training and goes into the science and priciples of training (i.e. progressive resistance, periodization, etc.).

Part three, "Training with a purpose" seems to pull together parts one and two in which a system of purposeful training is described. This part will help the reader to determine exactly what their training needs are and the best ways to address them.

Part four, simply titled "Planning" is really the heart of the book. Here the book helps you design your own training plan for a season, week by week.

Part five, "Racing and recovering" takes you through the many details of preparing to race and recovering after. In other words, it gives you info on what to do before and after the actual race. This information is essential as many athletes neglect to recover properly before starting training again for the next race.

Part six, "The competative edge" talks about other supplemental aspects of training that can contribute to peak performance. Here the book covers things such as swimming tips, weight training ex's, eating tips, keeping a training diary, etc. I like to think of this chapter as a kind of "tie up the loose ends" section.

Truly a book that lives up to its name, I can't see many readers coming away from this book without picking up much useful information- from the beginner to the experienced. Athletes with foot pain that interferes with their training might also find The 5-Minute Plantar Fasciitis Solution helpful too. Happy training!
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2 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Very Useful 25 April 2010
By Pete
Format:Paperback
all aspects of triathalon training, good intro for someone just starting out in the sport. Good training programs and useful tips for techniques.
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1 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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It is clear why 200,000 copies have been sold. This book covers all I need to know to improve my performance. Very easy to read and straightforward in tone and language.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
perfect manual
This might be the best athlete's guide I've ever read, and not just for triathletes. Super complex set of informations on training, racing, nutrition...etc...
Published 6 months ago by filip cicvarek
Does what it say on the tin!
This book covers everything needed to get stuck further into triathlon, more detailed training plans and advise on how to create your own. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Christian
Informative
Excellent scientific resource for triathletes but maybe a bit too in depth for beginners like me!! but all in all, a fascinating read
Published 8 months ago by Ian Purcell
Very informative......
This book is very informative, containing lots of useful information on many aspects of triathlon training. Read more
Published 9 months ago by BiuJee
A good buy
Brought as a present for my partner who's just starting to complete triathlons. He loves it and hasn't put it down yet. Read more
Published 10 months ago by charlotte
Great for the multi-sport athlete
I've not read all the book as yet, but this provides great detail about developing your plans for improving your ability as a multisport athlete. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Jon
The race times will tell
This book seems to be an excellent read. I'm keen to improve my triathlon times and this guide seems to offer deep insight into how to structure effective training. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Trif
Triathletes Training Bible
A very detailed and exceptionally well researched and comprehensive overview of everything you need to know about participating on a Triathlon. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Doorstop
It's not the bible
Having completed IMUK and IM France both in 12+ hours I really wanted to try and get a sub 12 hour time. Read more
Published 22 months ago by P. Hume
Over rated, wordy, repetitive
There is lots of information in this book and there is something for everyone. But it is very wordy, unfocused and repetitive. And there is plenty missing too. Read more
Published on 29 May 2010 by James
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