Outlines time-efficient training methods to prepare for triathlons, offering essential workouts, flexibility and strength training, equipment tips, race strategies, and advice for healthy eating.

From Triathlete magazine - the most popular and extensive source for triathlon information - comes this guidebook of weekly training plans for triathletes of all skill levels.

Elite triathlon coach Matt Dixon reveals the approach he has used to turn age-group triathletes into elite professionals. He debunks the myths that have permeated the sport of traithalon and spells out a better approach to swim-bike-run. He details the four pillars of performance that form the foundation of his highly successful purplepatch fitness program, showing triathletes of all abilities how they can become well-built triathletes and perform...

"Triathlon Training Fundamentals caters directly to the beginner. Triathlon Training Fundamentals presents all of the basic information needed in plain language, from why and how to get started and what events to select, to what equipment to get and how to maintain it, to how to train for each leg of the race--swimming, biking, and running. Triathlon Training Fundamentals goes beyond laying out the basics to also tackle smaller--but equally as important--topics...

Traces the experiences of six amateur athletes whose participation in the Ford Ironman Arizona 2009 triathlon was marked by the competition's physical and psychological challenges as well as the personal drive of each participant.

"Gerry Rodrigues, the world's leading open-water swimming coach, reveals his rigorous method to mastering triathlon swimming technique"--

"Why is the Half Iron-Distance the most popular triathlon distance? Because it is the perfect length for busy athletes with demanding career and family responsibilities. Full Iron-Distance races require such painstaking planning and sacrifice that it's difficult to keep life in balance. The Half Iron-Distance is accessible, while remaining challenging. Also known as the "70.3" for the sum of its 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike ride, and 13.1 mile run,...

"Any kind of triathlon takes athleticism, but for elite triathletes looking to push the limits of their endurance, the Ironman Triathlon is the top choice. After swimming 2.4 miles (3.9 km) and biking 112 miles (180.2 km), competitors finish the race by running a full marathon! Readers of this compelling book learn about the training, dedication, and hard work that go into completing one of these remarkable races. Full-color photographs motivate readers,...

As the winner of the 2010 Hawaii Ironman Championship, Chris "Macca" McCormack may be the world's greatest athlete. He shares his story along with training tips and practical advice to help readers develop their own routines, diet, exercise programs, and race strategies.

Ln 2008, Bonner Paddock summited Mount Kilimanjaro. Four years later, he earned the triathlete title Kona Ironman. Thousands have done each individually; Bonner is the first person with cerebral palsy to do both. Bonner grew up just wanting to be ordinary. Despite his skinny legs and habit of tripping over nothing, he fought to keep up with his athletic older brothers and did everything he could to feel like a regular kid, even when it became clear...