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The Triathlete's Training Diary

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I'm a runner and cyclist, but I primarily ride. I had the Cyclist Diary in one hand and this one in the other.

They are both by the same author, and they are pretty much the same, except the Triathlete's Diary offers you 2 exercise log sections vs. only one in the cycling.

Even if you are a cyclist only, I recommend this one for that reason (2 rides a day or weight training). Other than that, its the same..at the same price.

Different areas of the book include:

Diary (80% of the book)

Section to write down bike measurements (Road and MNT)

Grid paper for Test Results

Blank Tables for data entry (ie Best Routes info)

Extra PULL OUT Chart section with Weekly Training Hour and a 12 month calender (blank to enter data in)

Hope that helps

I used the prior edition/version of the 'Triathlete's Training Diary' for 2 years and, after beginning this version I found that I don't care for it nearly as much. I like the areas of consistency (boxes for sleep, fatigue, stress, soreness, resting HR and weight) and the fact that there is space for 2 daily workouts, but that is about all. I do not like the fact that distance and time are hidden down below 'planned workout' (these were near the top of the entry in the older version). The last version had both time (duration) and time (of day), this one has just a place for time (which is it? I'm guessing duration) and I think time of day is important, especially when you may have 12 hrs rather than 24 hrs between workouts. I don't need two lines for 'planned workout,' I indicate this (often in pencil) in my week's goals or as a small note to the side - what I am entering instead in the log is my actual workout. (I guess I could just cross out the word 'planned'). What do you do if you don't do as 'planned? (Cross it out? Write comments in the 'notes' section?)

I miss having the weather space (I refer back to prior years' weather, especially in the spring; and a windy day can really impact your bike avg speed). I realize that I can fill a lot of this in the 'notes' section but I'm not looking to read a narrative when I glance back to review my old logs. I don't really care about the 'nutrition' section which I used to put in with my notes when I felt it was relevant (which isn't every day as far as I am concerned).

Bottom line, I like having what I see as the critical info near the top of the entry (how long and how far) and, for me, next in importance is how fast (pace; MPH; splits; etc.). I have been searching the web for copies of the old edition and if I can find them I will buy them up. I do not plan to continue using this version.

This training journal is a great way to keep up with the different workouts for any multisport athlete or anyone who prefers to cross train on a regular basis. There is enough room for each workout (up to 2 per day) and an improvement upon the last edition is the increased space alloted for general notes and a new nutrition section. This training journal is an invaluable tool for my training.

I looked at several tri diaries and found this one had the best space and format for keeping track. I use it daily and love it!

This diary's advantage lies in its integration with the 'Triathete's Training Bible'. The calendar helps you to create the yearly plan Friel suggests after a summary of his approach to periodization. Then, building on the copyable forms appended to the first edition of the 'Bible', Joel Friel prompts you to write down your season goals, landmarks for those goals, and your strengths and weaknesses.

The calendar entry portion is as follows:

1. Each week occupies four pages (including a section for a weekly summary).

2. Each daily entry has places to record your hard (pulse, weight) and soft (stress, soreness, fatigue level) vital signs, personal reflections, workouts, and nutrition.

The daily entries have as much space as a desk diary would.

This diary helps to foster the essential discipline needed to succeed in this great sport. I plan to buy this each year.

If you are serious about your training, you need a diary. This one, by Joe Friel, has everything you'll need and more. Can be used by the beginner to professional. Use the parts you like/need. Very helpful in keeping track of your progress and planning training. Well organized and laid out so that keeping up on entries was easy and fun. As diaries go, you can't go wrong.

We have used this diary for more than ten years. Several times I used the info in the back to develop my own training plans for marathons, half-Ironman and Ironman. We now have a great written record of all our events and training work. There is ample space to write everything--we even include vacation and travel details. We seem to have trouble finding this book in stores, so Amazon is the best place to buy it.

if you need a paper journal for your workouts, this is the one. Training tips, enough room for notes, charts in the back, suggestions on how to plan your season, and the ability to track cumulative workout activities. Super product.

I gave this diary to my sister-in-law for Christmas. She is an experienced Tri-Girl & had requested this Triathlete's Training Diary by name.

Very well laid out and detailed. Lots of pointers and tips. Great for beginners.