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Triathlon Training in Four Hours a Week

Triathlon Training in Four Hours a Week

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Author: Eric Harr
Publisher: Rodale Books
Category: Book

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Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 49 reviews
Sales Rank: 14624

Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 308
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 7.5 x 0.8

ISBN: 1579547486
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.4257
UPC: 039697547482
EAN: 9781579547486
ASIN: 1579547486

Publication Date: May 16, 2003
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Condition: Good Condition, delivery time 10 to 12 Working days, via Priority airmail from UK

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Product Description
The Transforming Power of TriathlonTraining for a triathlon will get you in the best shape of your life, not to mention give you a new and exciting fitness pursuit. More than that, it will change your life in ways you never imagined.In 1994, when Eric Harr decided to train for his first triathlon in the U.S. Virgin Islands, the extent of his exercise was walking to the local mango stand for lunch. That one simple step set in motin dozens of other positive steps. Eric began eating better, had more energy, and grew more sensitized to the joys of everyday life.You hold in your hands the key to unlocking a healthy, passion-filled life. All the motivation and practical advice you need to train for and finish a triathlon is within these pages.Four separate training programs to accommodate every fitness levelA complete list of all the gear you need, with money-saving tips on how to get it for lessA 40-minute stretch-and-strenghten workout you can do at home--plus an abbreviated 10-minute workout for those days when you're pressed for timeA complete menu plan with delicious, healthy meal choices to fuel your active bodyStrategies to stay motivated and injury-proof your bodyDiscounts on triathlon gear, race entry fees, travel expenses and lodgingA minute-by-minute guide to your race day



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2 out of 5 stars So-so   August 1, 2008
This book is full of motivational speeches and brand promotions, but light on actual training advice. As a former competitive swimmer, I noticed that some of the advice in that area was actually wrong, so I started wondering whether biking and running sections have errors too.


5 out of 5 stars Excellent book!   June 21, 2008
I really like this book. It is full of good stuff and the training is mapped out for fitness levels so well. This book proves that training for a triathlon doesn't require endless hours of strenous exercise or months of prep.


3 out of 5 stars Not exactly what I'd hoped for...   November 28, 2007
This book was more like a motivational speech rather than a how-to for training for a first triathlon. There are some helpful tips, such as a very general outline for weekly workouts, equipment you need to bring to the event, and an introduction to some triathlon training terminology. Other than that, it was mostly motivational fluff. A nice light read, this book is good for someone contemplating signing up for a race. However, if you've already signed up for, or completed, your first race, you're already beyond this book. I would look elsewhere to actually prepare for competition.


5 out of 5 stars Superb book   September 19, 2007
I used this for my first tri. Harr used a unique approach and asked about 40 questions to categorize your time availability and your current level of fitness. Then he had a program designed specifically to increase your stamina in each discipline. This book was great for learning the basics and understanding about building a 'base' and strengthening yourself. It was helpful for eating habits but should be supplemented with another source. It was recommended to me and I recommend it to my friends.


2 out of 5 stars misleading planning & time frames for a beginner   September 5, 2007
 2 out of 3 found this review helpful

unfortunately, the magical transformation of the author into a competitive athlete is a unique event, not one that readers will replicate easily (or ever!), especially following the plans inside.

the author ignores the base building necessary to race the events. athletes need to train their musculoskeletal structure to take the abuse of workouts as much as they need to get their hearts up to speed. this is best done slowly and incrementally. i think if you have been a regular athlete for at least a year before using the plan in this book, you may be fine.

if you are beginning in any of the three sports, i'd advise another book to show the real process of developing the appropriate base needed to compete without injury. Look up the titles by Joe Friel for more complete information on how to structure a training plan.


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