Triathlon Training

by Finch, Michael

• ISBN13: 9780736054447
• ISBN10: 0736054448
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-02-26
• Publisher: Human Kinetics

Summary

No matter what distances you're training for, Triathlon Trainingoffers expert guidance for improving your racing from start to finish. Triathlon Training contains six race-specific programstwo for sprint distances, two for Olympic distances, one for the half Ironman, and one for the Ironman. The sprint and Olympic programs include target race times to help you choose the best program for yourself, based on your ability level. It also details a 12-week, step-by-step, base-building program that you can use to work up to racing distances.The instruction, time management tips, and drills in Triathlon Trainingwill help you make the most effective use of each training day. Insights from athletes'profiles and information on nutrition, supplements, and equipment offer additional ways to maximize training as you prepare for competition. The book examines the most common triathlon injuries, offers advice on preventing those injuries, and details how to treat and recover from them, should they occur.A full-color book with more than 200 photos, Triathlon Trainingwas developed in consultation with USA Triathlon and the British Triathlon Association. Whether you are considering your first triathlon or are committing yourself to Ironman competition, this book will help put you on the path to a successful finish.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. 9
Introduction	p. 10
Origins of triathlon
Ironman and its first stars
Demystifying the jargon
Basic principles of training
Get the right gear	p. 22
Latest gear for all three disciplines
Setup and getting the most from your bike
Improving your times with aero gizmos
Swim, cycle, run	p. 40
Gym strength routine
Techniques, drills and top tips for each discipline
Active stretch routine
Handling transitions
Tackling your training	p. 66
Mind power
Heart-rate monitors
Logbooks
Solid training build-up
6 day-to-day training programs from Sprint Distance to Ironman
Nutrition in triathlon	p. 102
The triathlete's diet
Pre- and post-race recovery
Carbo-loading
Healthy eating
Supplementation
Race day	p. 116
Check list
Detailed advice on how to handle each leg
Tips for faster transitions
Aches and pains	p. 132
Recognizing overtraining
Common injuries for each discipline and how to treat them
The world's great races	p. 146
5 of the world's most memorable triathlon events
Contacts	p. 154
Index	p. 156
Acknowledgments	p. 160
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