Time-Crunched Triathlon

by Joe Beer

Overview

A no-nonsense guide to effective training for the time-crunched, busy triathlete—from a respected endurance athlete

For beginners to experienced triathletes, this manual will help to maximize your investment, success, and enjoyment in this most demanding of endurance sports. Those with hectic lives who want to enjoy triathlons must ensure that they train effectively. Participating in three sports means trying to be a jack-of-all trades, organizing a lot of equipment, and shuffling through the plethora of training information available both off- and online. This no-nonsense guide provides real-life examples, clear and simple explanations, and actual tips and tricks from successful triathletes. It debunks the theory that triathletes are super-beings and looks at the real ways they manage training on top of a busy lifestyle. It also considers the usual challenges of weather, illness and injury, and how to be consistent even when you can’t follow a completely regimented routine 24/7. Perfect for any triathlete who wants to become more time-efficient, Joe Beer’s book forgoes the fluff and focuses on the ultimate training essentials.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780719812637
Publisher:	Hale, Robert Limited
Publication date:	07/15/2016
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	7.30(w) x 9.60(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Joe Beer has been an endurance athlete for almost three decades, with multiple Ironman triathlon finishes, including the revered Hawaii Ironman. He has been writing coaching articles since the early 90s and continues to advise on all aspects of training, nutrition, and multi-sports technologies. As well as authoring a previous book on triathlons, Joe has been featured in many respected magazines such as TwoTwenty Triathlon, Cycling Plus, Runners World, and Peak Performance. He is a brand ambassador for Speedo, Scott, and Power Bar, amongst others, and is also the director of JBST Ltd, a coaching consultancy that advises amateur to professional athletes worldwide on peak performance in endurance sports.

Table of Contents

Foreword 9

Acknowledgements 10

Picture credits 11

1 Triathlon: It's Simpler than You Think 13

2 Goals: Before You Head Outside 29

3 Avoiding the Pitfalls 45

4 The Most Important Skill of All 73

5 Ten Effective Training Sessions 82

6 Achieving Strength Effectively 121

7 Eat Right, Run Better 127

8 Choosing the Right Equipment 160

9 Beating the Winter Blues and Greys 166

Coping with Injury 172

Getting the Lifestyle Balance Right for You 192

Appendix 1 Sample Training Schedules 203

Appendix 2 Your Toolbox for Future Success 210

Appendix 3 Equipment & Services for Triathletes 248

Endnotes 251

Glossary 252

Index 255