Complete Triathlon Guide

Triathletes, rejoice! For the first time, USA Triathlon, its elite athletes, and the nations most respected coaches share their secrets, strategies, and advice for every stage, every event, and every aspect of the worlds most demanding sport. From training to technique, fueling to recovery, if its essential to the sport, it is covered in Complete Triathlon Guide. In this guide, youll find invaluable bike-handling techniques straight from the pros, learn how to assess running form and improve running cadence and stride, troubleshoot your freestyle swim stroke, and shave seconds off starts and transitions. And youll go inside the sport for expert instruction and personal insights from triathlons biggest names: Joe Friel Gordon Byrn Bob Seebohar Sage Rountree Ian Murray Sara McLarty Linda Cleveland George Dallam Steve Tarpinian Krista Austin Iigo Mujika Alicia Kendig Barb Lindquist Christine Palmquist Graham Wilson Jackie Dowdeswell Jess Manning Joe Umphenour Karl Riecken Katie Baker Kristen Dieffenbach Kurt Perham Mathew Wilson Michael Kellmann Mike Ricci Scott Schnitzspahn Sergio Borges Sharone Aharon Suzanne M. Atkinson Timothy Carlson Yann Le Meur With Complete Triathlon Guide youll enhance your training regimen with the most effective workouts, including stage-specific programs for swimming, cycling, and running; programs for strength, flexibility, and endurance; tactics that address individual weaknesses; and advice on tapering to ensure youre in peak physical condition on race day. From the latest on equipment and technology to preventing injuries and dehydration, this guide has you covered. Whether youre gearing up for your first race or youre a hard-core competitor looking to stay ahead of the pack, Complete Triathlon Guide is the one book you should not be without.