Triathlon 101 - 2nd Edition (Outdoor Adventures) [Paperback]

John Mora (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 26, 2009 | Series: Outdoor Adventures

Triathlon 101 helped thousands of athletes take the guesswork out of multisport training and racing. Now, this best-seller returns, updated with more top-notch information and solidifying its status as the essential guide for multisport success.

In this new edition, you'll learn these techniques and strategies:

-Choose the best equipment for your goals, terrain, and budget.

-Create your own triathlon program for various distances and events.

-Know how, when, and what to eat and drink when training or competing.

-Prevent overtraining and recover from common injuries.

-Swim and navigate in open water.

-Smoothly and quickly transition from one leg of the race to the next.

-Taper your training for peak performance on race day.

Sample training programs, the latest recommendations on equipment, correct technique, and expert advice from pros and coaches Terry Laughlin, Lauren Jensen, and Troy Jacobson will help you improve your skills and times in every event.

Spare yourself the trial-and-error experiences that can lead to injury or discouraging results. Be a smart triathlete from the start. For developing multisport athletes, the best course available is Triathlon 101.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"John Mora has put together an excellent overall cross section of triathlon-related material. This book covers many topics left out of more technical manuals and personal history biographies. It is a worthy addition to any sports library."

Scott Tinley

President - The Flyrod Group, Inc.

Two-time Hawaii Ironman Triathlon World Champion

"John Mora's book is as complete a guide to the sport of triathlon as you'll ever find. A must read for the triathlon rookie."

Bob Babbitt

Editor and Publisher - Competitor Magazine

From the Publisher

"John Mora has put together an excellent overall cross section of triathlon-related material. This book covers many topics left out of more technical manuals and personal history biographies. It is a worthy addition to any sports library.”

Scott Tinley President The Flyrod Group, Inc. Two-time Hawaii Ironman Triathlon World Champion

“John Mora’s book is as complete a guide to the sport of triathlon as you’ll ever find. A must read for the triathlon rookie.”

Bob Babbitt Editor and Publisher Competitor Magazine

“John Mora’s Triathlon 101 is a comprehensive resource for anyone with an interest in triathlons. It is an easy, common-sense approach to all the elements of what can often be an overwhelming challenge. John takes care of all the ‘small stuff!’”

Paula Newby-Fraser Eight-time Hawaii Ironman Triathlon World Champion Women’s Ironman distance world record holder: 8:50:24 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Human Kinetics; 2 edition (March 26, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0736079440
• ISBN-13: 978-0736079440
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #400,919 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #62 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Exercise & Fitness > Swimming
  • #92 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Water Sports > Swimming
  • #100 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Exercise & Fitness > Triathlons

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67 of 67 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Triathlon 101 Delivers what is promised, January 17, 2001

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Eric Esterling (Massachusetts, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Triathlon 101 (Paperback)

As the name implies, and the introduction states, this book is for the novice. It is excellent for that purpose. It provides a lot of encouragement and basic advice. If you haven't run a triathlon, this is a great place to start. Other books on triathlon are more technical and may be intimidating. Triathlon 101 should also benefit someone who has tried one or two triathalons and wants to learn how to train smarter. But an experienced person would probably find the content too light.

Triathlon 101 provides minimal details about equipment and technique. Rather it focuses on encouraging and training novices. The recommended training schedules are applicable to all levels but are most detailed for the beginner. The focus is on injury prevention through gradual increases in intensity. The book has many sidebars which chronical stories of people who have over come adversity to move on to become leading ironman triathletes.

49 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent True Beginner's Book, May 28, 2002

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John Vickery (Memphis, TN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Triathlon 101 (Paperback)

This is a great introductory book. After completing one sprint distance triathlon, I read this book. It gives great beginner's training advice from what equipment to buy to how to base train for each event. Everything that you would need to know in order to enter into triathlon training and competition is contained in Triathlon 101. It does seem like it would be too basic for the experienced triathlete, but for a beginner, it is perfect. There is an excellent training schedule for both a sprint and an olympic distance triathlon. There are also blank training log sheets and an appendix for more resources on the sport.

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Triathlon 101, March 1, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Triathlon 101 (Paperback)

This book is a great place to begin if you're just starting multisports. There is a TON of basic information, including a lot of stuff that the newbie should know but may not think to ask. Mora's training schedules are right on and will get you in shape fast! I was incredibly motivated after reading this book and am making great progress using the information I got here.