The Women's Guide to Triathlon
eBook - ePub

The Women's Guide to Triathlon

  1. 288 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
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eBook - ePub

The Women's Guide to Triathlon

About this book

The Women’s Guide to Triathlon is the definitive companion for female triathletes. Authored by the national governing body of the sport, USA Triathlon, this landmark resource features expert instruction and personal insights from 20 of the world’s top female coaches and athletes:

Rachel Sears Casanta

Sarah Haskins

Stacy T. Sims

Siri Lindley

Sage Rountree

Sara McLarty

Lindsay Hyman

Margie Shapiro

Melissa Mantak

Tara S. Comer

Melissa Stockwell

Krista Austin

Gale Bernhardt

Wendy Francke

Rebeccah Wassner

Laurel Wassner

Shelly O’Brien

Melanie McQuaid

Celeste Callahan

Brenda Barrera

With the latest research, proven techniques, and expert advice, this authoritative guide addresses the unique demands of today’s female triathletes. You’ll find the most effective strategies for training and competing through all of life’s stages; avoiding and overcoming common injuries; and balancing the constant demands of the sport, family, and work.

For women, by women, The Women’s Guide to Triathlon is the one guide that every female triathlete should own.

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Information

Year
2015
eBook ISBN
9781492585312
Print ISBN
9781450481151
Edition
1

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Contents
  5. Introduction
  6. Chapter 1: Gearing Up
  7. Chapter 2: Tri-Specific Strength Training and Performance Testing
  8. Chapter 3: Fueling the Female Triathlete
  9. Chapter 4: Mental Training for the Inner Athlete
  10. Chapter 5: Alternative Exercises for Triathletes
  11. Chapter 6: Streamlining Your Swim
  12. Chapter 7: Biking Strong
  13. Chapter 8: Running Smart
  14. Chapter 9: Progressing From Sprint to Half Ironman
  15. Chapter 10: The Traveling Triathlete
  16. Chapter 11: Race Day Strategy
  17. Chapter 12: Injury Prevention and Recovery
  18. Chapter 13: Coaching Options for Triathletes
  19. Chapter 14: Training Through Different Life Stages
  20. Chapter 15: Integrating Triathlon Into Your Busy Life
  21. Chapter 16: Starting Children in Triathlon
  22. Chapter 17: Succeeding in Off-Road Triathlons
  23. Chapter 18: Careers in Triathlon
  24. References
  25. About USA Triathlon
  26. About the Project Coordinator
  27. About the Contributors
  28. Back Page Ad