Become an Ironman (Ironman Edition) (Paperback)

by Cherie Gruenfeld (Author)

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Product Description
Become an Ironman is a treasure trove of deeply insightful training and racing wisdom. Its purpose is to provide the reader with a rich collection of insider tips, techniques and expertise. Written in a straightforward, easily readable style, Become an Ironman is designed to deliver the most information in the fewest words possible. This guide is targeted at both shorter distance athletes and those who have already participated in an Ironman and want to improve their performance.

About the Author
Cherie Gruenfeld did her first Ironman at the age of 48 and went on to become one of the most decorated master's triathletes in the world. She has won her age group at the World Championships in Kona six times and was the first woman over 55 to break the twelve-hour barrier. In 2000 she was honored by the World Triathlon Corporation as its "Female Age Grouper of the Year." Gruenfeld founded and is the director of Exceeding Expectations, a widely-respected non-profit foundation through which she uses her love of triathlon to re-direct the lives of at-risk kids in positive directions.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Meyer & Meyer Fachverlag und Buchhandel GmbH (March 18, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1841261130
• ISBN-13: 978-1841261133
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #128,756 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for anyone inerested in participating in triathlons, February 25, 2008

By	Proud American (CA) - See all my reviews

Cherie is one of the most experienced and winning triathletes in the sport today, and holds several world records (www.cheriegruenfeld.com). She obviously knows what it takes, and she conveys that information eloquently in her new book. Her years of training, coaching, and racing world-wide have given her a wealth of experience and knowledge that is invaluable to anyone contemplating becoming an amature or professional triathlete, spectator or support crew member.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BECOME AN IRONMAN, May 9, 2008

By	Mary Lou S. Lowrie - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Wonderful insight from a gracious, older and experienced female Ironman athlete!
I found Cherie's book to be inspirational and full of useful advice... great information or just tidbits that reinforce what I already know about training for this tough event. For NEW or SEASONED triathletes, it is a nice reminder of how to go about IM training, especially when one gets a little off track!
As a seasoned, female IM athlete myself, I am often looked to for coaching advice, and this book is one that I highly recommend! An easy
read, and a book that you can pick up again and again, reading just a paragraph or two (like when you can barely keep your eyes open after a long hard day of training), and always be inspired to keep going when it gets tough! Thank you, Cherie!

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not a good instructional book, but motivational, January 26, 2009

By	Freddie Reader "Freddie Reader" - See all my reviews

This book was motivational and told some good short stories. But did not provide good details or instructions on how I could become a better triathlete. Most of the information was pretty basic and not very detailed.