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Triathletes Training Bible (Paperback)

by Joe Friel (Author) "Multisport is both amazingly simple and incredibly complex ..." (more)

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Paperback: 320 pages
Publisher: VeloPress; 2 edition (30 Nov 2004)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1931382425
ISBN-13: 978-1931382427
Product Dimensions: 27.6 x 21.4 x 2.2 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)

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New edition covers all the specialized training needs of triathletes, including completely updated nutrition, recovery, and weight training information, plus seasoned advice on the mental aspects of training. Shows how to achieve greater fitness by examining personal strengths and weaknesses. Appendices include annual training plan worksheets.

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47 of 48 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best. Period., 18 Sep 2008

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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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44 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Triathletes Training Bible, 23 Jul 2002

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This book is excellent for the novice triathlete willing to learn a bit more technical information. The book is well segmented into easily digestible sections. The writer is an experienced coach and world triathlete so gives confidence in his work.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A helpfull guide, 18 Oct 2000

By	p.ayestaran@spi-nv.com (Pamplona, Spain) - See all my reviews

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A guide for beginers and people who love triathlon, but I think that it isn't a book for a pro. I found it really helpfull for my training planning. It answer a lot of questions of amateurs triathletes and it is easy to understand.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for the triathlete
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.

Published 21 days ago by Mr. D. E. G. Cross

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
I have only read half the book, but already it is proving to be an exceptionally valuable resource with loads of advice for novice triathletes. Read more

Published 1 month ago by Mr. Stephen Blake

4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book for those interested in the sport
Great detail on training for triathlons - technique, diet, etc.
Easy to read and follow.
I should have bought this when I was starting out a few years ago - would have... Read more

Published 1 month ago by Open Eyes

3.0 out of 5 stars I know a lot of people enjoyed it but...
I found it overly complex and lacking in focus. Friel introduces a lot of new and not very intuitive terms for what is basically excercising at different intensities. Read more

Published 6 months ago by Paul Snell

5.0 out of 5 stars The Triathletes Training Bible
At 50 with a busy domestic and work life I needed so guidance to produce a training programme to get the most out of my training time. Read more

Published 7 months ago by Tallman

5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic resource to come back to time and agian
I'm a newcomer to triathlon. I have also read Joe's First Triathlon book which is pitched just right for the beginner. Read more

Published 7 months ago by Margaret R, England

5.0 out of 5 stars Best present I ever bought!
Hi bought this book for my son who tells me it is everything he thought it would be and more. He is a personal trainer who started triathlons 18 months ago. Read more

Published 9 months ago by Annievilla

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book that deserves the title bible!
I have no experience in the sport but after reading the book and creating my training programme i am already quietly confident about my first years results. Read more

Published 14 months ago by G. Krawczyk

5.0 out of 5 stars Great information, great presentation
My only regret is not having bought this book earlier.

I've been running for a year and now I want to train for triathlon. Read more

Published 18 months ago by Michael Bironneau

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