Ultimate Triathlon
A complete training guide for long-distance triathletes
Published on 6. June 2011
Book
Paperback/Softback
160 pages
978-1-4081-3316-3 (ISBN)
Description
This is a guide to training for and competing in long-distance/Ironman triathlons, one of the world's toughest sporting events. Comprising of a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile cycle and a marathon, Ironman-distance triathlon is a daunting undertaking for every competitor; for the first-timer, it can be overwhelming. Yet, the numbers of participants are rocketing as thousands of people who have completed a sprint- or standard-distance triathlon are looking for their next challenge.
This book takes a holistic approach to the sport. It covers everything from training plans to race entry, from preparing your equipment to nutrition. It is not guaranteed to get you over the finish line, but it will help ensure that you are as prepared as you can be when the gun goes off.
The content is aimed at levels of ability ranging from first timers to the more experienced, and includes information for triathletes from a variety of age groups. Accessible, lively and authoritative, this book is the ideal guide to training for one of the most difficult sporting challenges in the world.
This book takes a holistic approach to the sport. It covers everything from training plans to race entry, from preparing your equipment to nutrition. It is not guaranteed to get you over the finish line, but it will help ensure that you are as prepared as you can be when the gun goes off.
The content is aimed at levels of ability ranging from first timers to the more experienced, and includes information for triathletes from a variety of age groups. Accessible, lively and authoritative, this book is the ideal guide to training for one of the most difficult sporting challenges in the world.
Reviews / Votes
'This book is a welcome helping hand for those building up to their first long distance event.' * 220 Triathlon Magazine, July 15, 2011 * 'The next best thing to having an Ironman champion on speed dial.' * 220 Triathlon Magazine, July 15, 2011 * 'A solid introduction for anyone looking to have a go at their first iron distance race.' * Triathlete Europe Magazine, July 1, 2011 * 'The book contains a wealth of information that will help steer any triathlete looking to take the step up to longer racing.' * Triathlete Europe Magazine, July 1, 2011 *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Illustrations
Colour photos throughout with black and white line illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 208 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
628 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4081-3316-3 (9781408133163)
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Persons
Paul Moore is Head of Digital at one of the UK's largest triathlon magazines, Triathlete Europe. He is also a keen triathlete and competes in numerous multisports events around the world.
Richard
Hoad is a qualified triathlon coach, regular competitor in triathlons
of all distances and a sub-10 hour long-distance triathlon finisher.
Richard
Hoad is a qualified triathlon coach, regular competitor in triathlons
of all distances and a sub-10 hour long-distance triathlon finisher.