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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Triathlon Training

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I've done 2 Ironman Triathlons and scores of sprints and 70.3's. This is the best book I have read about how to get started and keep going. It's easy to understand,and most important, correct. Everyone considering doing a triathlon, and people who are in it to stay should make this a must read.

If you have any interest in triathlons or even any of the associated components, this is a must read. This is a simple, practical, and easy to understand guide that covers Triathlon from A to Z whether you are aiming for a Sprint or an Ironman version. This book, while directed at prospective triathletes, can also easily be applied to so many areas of life or athletics. It is about setting goals and preparing to achieve them and finding ways to deal with difficulties through attitude and perserverence.

Along the way, it is also a wonderful guide to the components of preparing for a triathlon. Simple, but very important things such as the increased benefits of stretching warm muscles (vs. cold muscles) are highlighted. From biking gear to butt kicks, these guys spare no important detail in laying out how anyone (not just elite athletes) can start from scratch and work through the steps to become a triathlete.

You don't have to be contemplating a triathlon at the moment to get tremendous return from this relatively inexpensive guide to triathlon training. Anyone who has the least interest in fitness, nutrition for athletics, running, swimming, biking, or training for any athletic endeavor will have a hard time putting this book down.

I found this an easy to read and understand resource for the sport of triathlon. I have done a few shorter distances and this book has both peaked my interest and given me confidence to take on the next distance.

I like how it is organized... covers all the bases with good tips and photos throughout.

Highly recommended!

Allen

As a beginning triathlete, this really helped me get over some of my fears about the sport. I was inspired, motivated and I learned a lot so that I will avoid some of the common pitfalls. I am excited, and ready to jump into my training program!

I have done numerous Sprint and Olympic distance triathlons, and am now training for my first Ironman. I'm doing a lot of research on training and came across this book. It is so helpful! (and I thought I already knew everything there was to know...)

I feel like this book is great for everyone--from first-timers to veterans. It is a very comprehensive resource that covers every aspect of triathlons. It's also fun to read and motivates you along the way.

If you are considering doing any distance of triathlon, you definitely should get this book.

A great all around training book. They cover all aspects of training and don't overwelm you. If this is your first Triathlon or you are a seasoned veteren, there is something in this book for everyone. After just running Marathons, this book made the transition to Triathlons very easy. I highly recommend this book.

Love this book. Great information for a beginner. I have done 7 marathons, but have decided to try the triathlon. Very detailed information on training on each phase, from swimming, cycling and running as well as the T1 and T2. Great information on what you need to have verses, what may just want to have to complete your triathlon. Great, Great, Great!

I have purchased quite a few books on beginner triathlon training and this is the best one I have found to help the first timer go from 0 to Sprint distance tri. Very concise and easy to follow.

I used this to go from running a few miles a few times a week to competing in my first tri in twelve weeks. I found it helpful and I really enjoyed the schedule. My only complaint is that the swim distances really don't work in the time alloted for a beginner.

As of April 2010 and at 40yo, I am training for my first two sprint Triathlons in May and October 2010. Read 3 different books and viewed all the online sites. This is a very good book and should be a must read for anyone just starting out in the sport or Triathlon. I would say it is the best of the 3 that I have read. It is also motivating with the training plan at the last few chapters.

Would also recommend going to [...] - Triathlon section for some great articles.

[...] is a nice site to briefly record your daily training sessions.

[...] has some great short videos about anything and everything.

The only other thing I would recommend to the beginning triathlete is to find a good swim coach and take a few swim lessons. They can really do wonders to everyone's swim technique no mater how experienced you are.