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"Eric Harr has an astounding ability to motivate practically anyone and crafts a compelling case for the fact that fitness challenges are not just feasible but fun. Eric makes the daunting feat of training for a physically demanding event completely doable because he is there every step of the way--cheering you on, spurring you to greater heights, "making you want to do this". His book is a brilliant tool that should truly inspire members of our sedentary society to put themselves, and their health, first."--Alexa Joy Sherman, senior editor for "Shape" magazine
"Eric Harr's book will be of great value to the newbie triathlete. He will help you from your first step to when you cross the finish line."--Jim Taylor, Ph.D., sports psychologist and ironman triathlete
"Everyone dreams of being an athlete, but most of us don't think that we have either the time or the ability to do it. In "Triathlon Training in Four Hours a Week", Eric Harr will give you the inspiration and the right information to accomplish that dream. It will fit into your life, you'll never feel better, and you'll never look back."--Susan M. Kleiner, R.D., Ph.D., author of "Power Eating"
"Eric Harr's book will be of great value to the newbie triathlete. He will help you from your first step to when you cross the finish line."--Jim Taylor, Ph.D., sports psychologist and ironman triathlete
"Everyone dreams of being an athlete, but most of us don't think that we have either the time or the ability to do it. In "Triathlon Training in Four Hours a Week", Eric Harr will give you the inspiration and the right information to accomplish that dream. It will fit into your life, you'll never feel better, and you'll never look back."--Susan M. Kleiner, R.D., Ph.D., author of "Power Eating"
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Next time someone dares you to take on the challenge of a triathlon, take the bet. Eric Harr did and it changed his life. He is now a fitness and triathlon expert who can show anyone the techniques for getting in shape for this demanding event. This standard program explodes the myths of the triathlon: you do not have to be an experienced runner and training does not have to take over your life. Harr's program demands just five hours a week for training and is suitable for even a rank beginner with the barest of fitness levels. Each chapter approaches a different sport and the combinations found in triathlon events. The workouts can be tailored to individual athletic strengths and weaknesses. Included are: Chapters on each of the sports as well as chapters on how to integrate workouts in all three Special focus on integrating training into busy lives and the "no excuses" method of training Advice on which gear a rookie triathlete can and can't live without Chapter on race day features a detailed checklist of the things no triathlete should be without at a race
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Triathlons can seem a bit daunting, but are obviously a great challenge to set for yourself. With the need to get fit I embarked upon the road to a Sprint Triathlon, and after researching a lot of material I came across this book. Brilliant. Everything I needed to know to get me started, without all the confusion of the magazines and books.
I am now at the end of my second season, and have thoroughly enjoyed myself over the last two years. A huge part of my happiness I put down to this book. It will continue to be a reference, even as I move onto other more detailed literature in the hope of improving my performances.
If anyone is looking for a new challenge or wants a good fitness target then by this book and be happy!
I am now at the end of my second season, and have thoroughly enjoyed myself over the last two years. A huge part of my happiness I put down to this book. It will continue to be a reference, even as I move onto other more detailed literature in the hope of improving my performances.
If anyone is looking for a new challenge or wants a good fitness target then by this book and be happy!
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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I bought this before I did my first Triathlon and it really became my bible. It has everything that you could need in it to feel prepared, from diet tips, to equipment, to training programmes and also how to cope on the day. It helped me to feel really prepared for every eventuality and it meant that not only did I get a great time, but I also loved the event, and as a result I am planning on doing 2 triathlons this season.
Equally, it doesn't then become useless once you've done a triathlon. The training programmes are varied, from the absolute beginner, to the semi-professional athlete and I am planning to follow the training programme again this year.
Highly recommended book - I looked at some other books as well, but this was by far the best. As long as you can deal with Eric's over-enthusiastic and slightly idealised way of writing (i.e. annoying!) then you'll love this book as much as I did.
Equally, it doesn't then become useless once you've done a triathlon. The training programmes are varied, from the absolute beginner, to the semi-professional athlete and I am planning to follow the training programme again this year.
Highly recommended book - I looked at some other books as well, but this was by far the best. As long as you can deal with Eric's over-enthusiastic and slightly idealised way of writing (i.e. annoying!) then you'll love this book as much as I did.
0 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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For a real beginner, it is a very good book. If like me, you have a background in fitness (army and my own running and swimming program) then you can literally skip many pages at a time.
There is a few chapters on positive mental attitude and the spiritual side of things which was a waste of time for me, I found it very American in places. In British speak, more show, less substance.
A lot of common sense stuff which is useful to know if you never competed before.
It was not a waste of time purchasing the book but there are not many pages dog eared for me to go back to for reference so I suspect it will be sold on or given away pretty quickly.
There is a few chapters on positive mental attitude and the spiritual side of things which was a waste of time for me, I found it very American in places. In British speak, more show, less substance.
A lot of common sense stuff which is useful to know if you never competed before.
It was not a waste of time purchasing the book but there are not many pages dog eared for me to go back to for reference so I suspect it will be sold on or given away pretty quickly.
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