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Where It All Began - The 1978 Hawaiian Iron Man Triathlon (Paperback): Tom Knoll Where It All Began - The 1978 Hawaiian Iron Man Triathlon (Paperback)
Tom Knoll
R547 Discovery Miles 5 470 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

There has been a lot said about how the Original Hawaiian Iron Man triathlon came to be. A lot of it is completely false. It came into being after a debate over cold beers at the Primo Brewing Company about who was the most fit athlete: was it runners, cyclists, or swimmers? They decided to put it to the test and end the debate. The question would be answered by who finished the triathlon first, or if it was even possible to finish... This book will give you the straight story on how it all came to be by Tom Knoll who was there at the beginning and who finished sixth place in the Hawaiian Iron Man in 1978. The real story about the race in 1978 and it will blow you away. These men had the courage of astronauts, as it had never been attempted before and no one knew if it could be done. The true story is within these pages and it is amazing...

Chasing Caterpillars - A Late Life Metamorphosis to Triathlete (and how you can do it!) (Paperback): Jerry a Kyckelhahn Chasing Caterpillars - A Late Life Metamorphosis to Triathlete (and how you can do it!) (Paperback)
Jerry a Kyckelhahn
R545 Discovery Miles 5 450 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

It is time to get out of the easy chair and begin to get the body in shape. "Chasing Caterpillars" is a motivational book for all of us that think that it is too late to get fit. The book is both instructional and motivational, providing insights into how to get motivated to be in shape. Now is the right time to get started. In "Chasing Caterpillars" Jerry Kyckelhahn provides the story of how it can be done. The results of the book have been fascinating. One person did not start training in the triathlon sports but rather said the book was a motivation to get his whole life in order. Others have jumped into the triathlon lifestyle with vigor and have decided that the sport and the wonderful people involved in the sport provide an amazing fitness alternative. Just this year the first Chasing Caterpillars triathlon was held. Over half of the field was composed of first time triathletes. It was fun. So many people of all ages have now gotten motivated by the book that it is safe to say that the book is not only a success but almost required reading for those that have come to believe that they have to accept their own body as worn out and incapable of fitness. You can do it and you can feel better as you get fit.

The Relentless Pursuit of Mediocrity - Endurance Triathlons for the Recreational Athlete (Paperback): Brian Goodyear The Relentless Pursuit of Mediocrity - Endurance Triathlons for the Recreational Athlete (Paperback)
Brian Goodyear
R404 Discovery Miles 4 040 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In "The Relentless Pursuit of Mediocrity: Endurance Triathlons for the Recreational Athlete" (ISBN 0615599761), psychologist and triathlete Brian Goodyear shows how finishing endurance triathlons up to the iron-distance level is a feasible goal, even for the average recreational athlete. Using his own life experience and training strategies, the author shows how with persistence and determination, we are all capable of accomplishing something extraordinary. Blending personal training strategies with his unique life philosophy, the first part of "The Relentless Pursuit of Mediocrity" explores the concept of being an ordinary recreational athlete. Far from being negative, he suggests that mediocrity is something we can embrace and celebrate. In the second part, Goodyear shares his journey from novice triathlete to two-time iron-distance triathlon finisher. The third part maps out a simple, conceptual framework for the recreational athlete to develop his or her own training program for endurance triathlons. The book also includes two appendices with the specific details of Goodyear's personal training schedule, leading up to his finish in Kona, Hawaii in 2006. Unlike many other guides to extreme athletic events, "The Relentless Pursuit of Mediocrity" has a more philosophical theme that is based on the reality that the vast majority of athletes are not destined for greatness. Instead, their true victory lies with accomplishing personal goals and achievements. The book argues that ordinary recreational athletes can come to terms with and, on a personal level, transcend their inherent mediocrity. Both amusing and inspirational, "The Relentless Pursuit of Mediocrity" is an unusual account of personal accomplishment and a real-life training guide for the recreational athlete. "The Relentless Pursuit of Mediocrity: Endurance Triathlons for the Recreational Athlete" is available for sale online at Amazon.com and other channels

Tri Therapy - Finding moments of clarity in what the races teach us about life (Paperback): Dan Tyler Tri Therapy - Finding moments of clarity in what the races teach us about life (Paperback)
Dan Tyler
R439 Discovery Miles 4 390 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Tri Therapy is a memoir of venturing into long-distance running and triathlon, and discovering truths within the race microcosm that translate into the tenets of a healthy, compassionate life. Its chapters include reports from races like the 2,500th anniversary of the original Marathon in Greece and the 140.6-mile Ironman Triathlon, framed with essays digesting what "sport" stands for. Tri Therapy is not just for hard-core athletes. It's about setting goals and seeking balance. It's about people supporting one another. Tri Therapy is for anyone seeking a balanced and happy life.

A Life Without Limits - A World Champion's Journey (Paperback): Chrissie Wellington A Life Without Limits - A World Champion's Journey (Paperback)
Chrissie Wellington 2
R534 Discovery Miles 5 340 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In 2007, Chrissie Wellington shocked the triathlon world by winning the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii. As a newcomer to the sport and a complete unknown to the press, Chrissie's win shook up the sport. A LIFE WITHOUT LIMITS is the story of her rise to the top, a journey that has taken her around the world, from a childhood in England, to the mountains of Nepal, to the oceans of New Zealand, and the trails of Argentina, and first across the finish line.
Wellington's first-hand, inspiring story includes all the incredible challenges she has faced--from anorexia to near--drowning to training with a controversial coach. But to Wellington, the drama of the sports also presents an opportunity to use sports to improve people's lives.
A LIFE WITHOUT LIMITS reveals the heart behind Wellington's success, along with the diet, training and motivational techniques that keep her going through one of the world's most grueling events.

Qualifying for Kona - The Road to Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Hawaii (Paperback): Raymond Britt Qualifying for Kona - The Road to Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Hawaii (Paperback)
Raymond Britt
R462 Discovery Miles 4 620 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Rave Reviews: "A masterful job of breaking down the impossible, and making it seem very much within reach if you have dedication, focus, and desire" -- 'Hurricane' Bob Mina, 6-time Ironman Finisher // Ironman Kona, Hawaii. Inspiring. Daunting. Stunning. Humbling. Exhilarating. The greatest triathlon in the world. The Ironman Triathlon World Championship. It all starts in Kona. Ask any triathlete why they took up the sport, and they will reply with one word: Kona. Ask if they want to compete there someday, and the answer will be: yes. Each year, more than 50,000 triathletes race for the chance of qualifying to compete in Kona. Competition is fierce and getting tougher each year, but if you want it bad enough, you can achieve the dream: you can earn the right to Race Kona. If you aspire to go to Kona, here's what you want to know: where can I qualify? What does it take to qualify? How can I do it with a full-time job and family? What kind of training plans are effective? what is it like to race and qualify? What is it like to race in Kona? Again and again and again? This book has it all, and more. Detail about racing, qualifying times. Thorough exploration of three racing seasons where the author qualified for Kona, including training plan strategies, details and results. Beyond theory: this book is defined by real data, real performance, time-tested training and racing perspective. Do you dream of qualifying for Kona? This book shows how the dream comes true.

Triathlon For Beginners - Everything you need to know about training, nutrition, kit, motivation, racing, and much more... Triathlon For Beginners - Everything you need to know about training, nutrition, kit, motivation, racing, and much more (Paperback)
Dan Golding
R485 Discovery Miles 4 850 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Are you thinking about getting into triathlon or doing your first race? Have you finished a couple of races and are keen to improve your time?

Do you find the whole sport daunting and confusing? Are you a little intimidated by everybody else who looks like they know what they are doing?

This easy to understand and insightful book is packed with practical ways you can improve and it will help you:

Understand the sport of triathlon "what is triathlon and how does it work?"

Develop a training plan together that simplifies your season

Train effectively so you minimise the risk of getting injured

Stop you making the mistakes which cost a lot of time and money

Make you feel confident when you are on the start line

Decide what race length is best for you from sprint to Ironman

Buy the right triathlon kit to suit your ability and your aspirations

A personal note from the author:

"This book is gathered from years of training and racing but not only from my triathlon experience but from the experience of champions. I have trained with and raced with elite athletes and winners from all over the world but I started not knowing what I was doing and was scared to death when I did my first race. I wish I had this book when I started out. I would have saved myself a lot of heart ache and stress I wrote this to help all triathlon rookies get over their nerves and enjoy this fantastic sport."

"Triathlon for beginners" is the start to finish complete guide which covers all the areas of training and racing including:

Where to start - types of races, what you need to know and where to begin

Jargon buster - helping you understand the terms of the sport so you can understand what people are talking about when they say "T1" or "Brick"

Training rules and techniques

Swimming technique and etiquette

Running technique and how to prevent injury and run faster

Cycling in a pack what to do and what not to do

Transition - how to lay it out, what to bring and how to be effective

Understanding nutrition and why it is key, how best to manage your nutrition and what is best to eat for triathlon training and racing

Race day - what to look out for, how to prepare and what to expect

This guide takes you from start to finish so you can feel confident and comfortable when you train and race.

Here are some of the comments we have had from readers...

I loved this book

I have completed a few triathlons- sprint and Olympic distance. This book really simplified what is important to focus on. There is so much to know and learn that sometimes you feel overwhelmed. It is an easy, entertaining read but packed with good knowledge that made a big difference to my racing.

Charlotte Campbell, World Games triathlon gold medallist

I wish this was around before

I did a number of Triathlons over the last few years. When I first took it up I had to ask people's advice which at best was disjointed and worst, confusing. I also read some very good stuff on the internet, however this was also disjointed and incomplete. This book would have been ideal, as it puts it all together clearly and concisely.

Liam Harrington; sprint triathlete

The Indoor Triathlete - Be triathlon ready 365 days a year. (Paperback): Bill Hammons The Indoor Triathlete - Be triathlon ready 365 days a year. (Paperback)
Bill Hammons
R285 Discovery Miles 2 850 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Are you ready to lose weight, feel better than ever and get out in the world? If so, follow Bill Hammons' advice in The Indoor Triathlete. Training indoors is safer and more consistent than training outdoors. The water is consistently warm. The spin bikes are traffic free. And, you won't be running in the rain. By practicing your swim, bike and run every other day indoors, race day is like every other day for you.

Racing an Iron Distance Triathlon (Paperback): Ryan D. Riell Racing an Iron Distance Triathlon (Paperback)
Ryan D. Riell
R537 Discovery Miles 5 370 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Racing an Iron Distance Triathlon is a one-stop shop for any and all athletes that are racing an Ironman. Whether you are training for your first Ironman or your tenth, this book has something for everyone. Bottom line- the guidance in this book will streamline your Ironman experience, cutting out wasted time in lines and on your feet. Topics included in this book are: 1. Nutrition A comprehensive section on nutrition, starting seven (7) days prior to race day, taking your through the end of the race. This section includes detailed nutritional breakdowns of the most popular nutritional products available to triathletes. Topics such as nutrient distribution, carbohydrate loading and on-course nutrition are covered in great detail, complete with a race tested and proven sample meal plan for carbohydrate loading. 2. Pacing The ultimate guide to pacing an racing zones, to include swimming, cycling and running. With easy testing protocols and corresponding tables, you will know beyond a doubt what your proper swim pace, cycling power output or heart rate and running pace or heart rate should be in order for you to have your best day. 3. Race Site What to expect at the race site, what you need to bring with you and what you need to do before the big day. 4. Equipment and Accessories A comprehensive list of equipment and accessories that you will need for the big day. 5. Transition and Special Needs Bags Another comprehensive description laying out everything that you will need for your special needs and transition bags, along with the logic behind each item.

Triathlon for girls like us - So the everyday woman can give it a tri (Paperback): Gloria Safar Triathlon for girls like us - So the everyday woman can give it a tri (Paperback)
Gloria Safar
R297 Discovery Miles 2 970 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

What you need to know for having a great time in your triathlon. - Expert opinions - Training plans - How to avoid injuries - Nutrition And much more

Ironman Lake Placid - Racing Tips and Strategies (Paperback): Raymond Britt Ironman Lake Placid - Racing Tips and Strategies (Paperback)
Raymond Britt
R408 Discovery Miles 4 080 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Lake Placid, upstate New York: the place where dreams come true for elite athletes for nearly 75 years. Host of the Winter Olympics in 1936 and 1980, and the Ironman Triathlon since 1999, the proud city has witnessed the epic, the unexpected and the truly remarkable. The challenging terrain, the beautiful landscapes, the inviting communities and the continuing support for exceptional athletics made Lake Placid, and its surrounding Adirondack towns, the perfect location for a new Race. I've completed 29 Ironman triathlons overall, and my clear favorite is Lake Placid, where I've competed six times. Each race brought different conditions, unexpected challenges, surprise opportunities, different outcomes, and different lessons. During those years, I qualified for Kona twice, but also struggled to finish on occasion. The lessons learned paved the way to my best Ironman ever, and in this book, they will illustrate everything you need to know about racing in Lake Placid. The experiences are all presented here, from race details and essentials, race experience reports from my races in 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2007 to detailed training plan and strategy reviews, plus tips for finishing your best Ironman triathlon. Ready to experience Ironman USA Lake Placid? Buckle up, it's quite a ride.

Racing Ironman Wisconsin - Everything You Need to Know (Paperback): Raymond Britt Racing Ironman Wisconsin - Everything You Need to Know (Paperback)
Raymond Britt
R398 Discovery Miles 3 980 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

"This book helped me to visualize and prepare for Ironman Wisconsin . . . A great book and a great idea." -- 5-Star Amazon Review // Each year, more than 2,500 athletes converge on Madison to participate in Ironman Wisconsin, one of the most popular triathlons in the world. The race features a 2.4 mile swim in Lake Monona, a 112 mile bike ride through Wisconsin farmland, capped by a 26.2 mile marathon run through the University of Wisconsin campus to a finish line at the state capital building steps. It's a much tougher race than meets the eye, and those who underestimate the course pay dearly on race day. The triathletes who succeed are those who are well-prepared for anything Ironman Wisconsin tosses at them. Better be ready. This book delivers extensive perspectives on racing in all conditions, course maps and secrets, photos, detailed metrics, advice, cautions, and much more. Planning to race Ironman Wisconsin? Everything you need to know is here.

Racing Ironman - From Debut to Kona and Beyond (Paperback): Raymond Britt Racing Ironman - From Debut to Kona and Beyond (Paperback)
Raymond Britt
R352 Discovery Miles 3 520 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

When you compete in an Ironman Triathlon, one of the toughest endurance events on the planet, you should expect the unexpected, and you'll get it. Better be prepared: sun or rain, lightning or wind, freezing temperatures or searing heat, smooth sailing or equipment breakdowns, bonking on the bike or racing with a smile to the end. This book takes the reader deep into the heart of the Ironman racing experience, and tells exactly what it's like to race from start to finish, through just about any situation, to achieve the triathlete's ultimate goal: to become an Ironman. This book delivers the experience in race reports from 22 Ironman races -- in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, New Zealand, Canada, and Florida, Lake Placid and Wisconsin -- completed over a 10-year period. What can you expect in your Ironman Triathlon experience? The answer is here.

Iron Ambition - My Journey from Seat 2A to Ironman (Paperback): John D. Callos Iron Ambition - My Journey from Seat 2A to Ironman (Paperback)
John D. Callos
R439 Discovery Miles 4 390 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

UPDATED: Iron Ambition chronicles a CEO's mid-life odyssey from corporate excess and sloth, to completing the Ironman Triathlon. This is NOT a book for those looking for training advice. It is the story of all the mistakes made trying to do too much, too soon, and wasting thousands of dollars on unnecessary equipment that made little difference in the end. This book is really targeted toward mid-career, 6-figure executives who struggle with the daily battle of balancing work and family while harboring the guilt of broken promises and delayed dreams. The wildly-mixed reviews reflect the disappointment of athletes who were seeking training advice or who misinterpreted the author's intention of helping others avoid his costly mistakes by candidly acknowledging his near-obsession with Ironman and how this costly pursuit took over much of his life. Since completing the Ironman, the author has also completed the ULTRAMAN, a 3-day stage race format triathlon consisting of a 6.2 mile swim, 260 miles of cycling and a 52-mile double marathon run on the final day.

With a Single Step (Paperback): Joe A. Oakes With a Single Step (Paperback)
Joe A. Oakes
R472 Discovery Miles 4 720 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This is the story of a non-motorized circumnavigation of the earth. The author made his way around the world in stages over several years using whatever means of forward progress were appropriate to the terrain and season. En route he walked, ran. bicycled, mushed dogs, climbed, kayaked, sailed and swam, and in the process became the first person to swim from Russia to Alaska.

Countdown to Kona - An Amateur Triathlete's Journey from Lottery Winner to competing In the Ford Ironman World... Countdown to Kona - An Amateur Triathlete's Journey from Lottery Winner to competing In the Ford Ironman World Championship (Paperback)
Dale E. Tweedy
R408 Discovery Miles 4 080 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Have you ever wondered how a triathlete can survive for 140.6 miles racing the Ford Ironman World Championship race in Hawaii? How about an ordinary person who has the luck of winning a lottery slot to race with the best athletes in the world in this race. Dale Tweedy did just that. His book gives an up close and personal account of what the race looks like and feels like from the athlete's perspective as he battles the harsh winds and heat of the big Island. Part II of the book is a copy of his blog he kept in the months preceding the race in Hawaii. This part of the book gives a detailed overview of the grueling training and preparation he goes through, and the challenges he faces, as he prepares to race in the 2008 Ford Ironman World Championship.

Swim, Bike, Run, Laugh! - A Lighthearted Look at the Serious Sport of Triathlon and the Ironman Experience (Paperback): Dan... Swim, Bike, Run, Laugh! - A Lighthearted Look at the Serious Sport of Triathlon and the Ironman Experience (Paperback)
Dan Madson
R374 Discovery Miles 3 740 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Most books written about the sport of triathlon are pretty serious - Triathlon 101, Triathlon Training for Women, or Triathlon Training on Four Hours a Week. When I began training to become a triathlete, I looked for books that related to my life situation but could find nothing like Triathlon Training for the Married, Sleep-Deprived Father of Three or How to Do an Ironman without Training at All. When I decided to write a book about the sport of triathlon and the Ironman experience, my goals were simple: provide myself with another excuse to skip some long training runs, address significant questions that a triathlete contemplates when sitting in a porta-potty before an Ironman race: Is it really necessary to put Vaseline on my nipples before the run? How can I tell if my kidneys have failed? What should I say to the people just coming out of T2 as I'm finishing the race? Give something back to the sport, which has given me an appreciation for the delicate art of leg shaving, the joy of getting up at 5:00 a.m. on a regular basis, and that persistent feeling that no matter how much training I have done, I haven't done enough.

Triathlon Survival Guide - Everything You Need to Know to Complete Your First (or Next) Triathlon and Feel Like a Winner!... Triathlon Survival Guide - Everything You Need to Know to Complete Your First (or Next) Triathlon and Feel Like a Winner! (Paperback)
Daniel Stromberg, Susan Stromberg
R446 Discovery Miles 4 460 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Best that I Can Be - An Autobiography (Paperback, New edition): Rafer Johnson The Best that I Can Be - An Autobiography (Paperback, New edition)
Rafer Johnson
R497 Discovery Miles 4 970 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Rafer Johnson's story is the classic American dream: hard work leading to success, honor, and glory. Here, he openly writes about his humble beginnings in an obscure African American Texas ghetto, his growing up in the all-white, sun-drenched Californian town of Kingsburg, and his time at UCLA as the president of the student body and an acclaimed athlete. His talents brought him to dramatic athletic duels in Moscow, Melbourne, and Rome, and to the glamour of acting, broadcasting, and politics in Hollywood, Washington, D.C., and the rest of the nation.
Structured around the ten events of the decathlon, Rafer's memoir vividly describes an exceptional life. It introduces remarkable people, both unknown and celebrated (the Kennedy family; Gloria Steinem; Bill Bright, founder of Campus Crusade; Tom Brokaw; and others), who befriended Rafer and affected his life. It tells of obstacles and tragedies--crippling injuries, an alcoholic father, the assassination of his close friend Robert F. Kennedy--and what it takes to overcome them. With tact, integrity, and acute observation, Rafer Johnson shares the intimate moments that have shaped his life and the lives of others."--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title."

Irongran - How keeping fit taught me that growing older needn't mean slowing down (Paperback): Edwina Brocklesby Irongran - How keeping fit taught me that growing older needn't mean slowing down (Paperback)
Edwina Brocklesby 1
R468 R425 Discovery Miles 4 250 Save R43 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

'If I can start to run at 50 and become the oldest British woman to complete an Ironman, everyone should realise it's never too late' At the age of 50, Eddie Brocklesby decided to run her first half marathon. Until that point, she'd done little running, and her exercise regime consisted of little more than chauffeuring her children to their own sports clubs. In common with so many people, any interest she'd shown in sport in her childhood had diminished as her adult life progressed, with spare time becoming ever more limited in the face of work and family commitments. After that event, and following the loss of her husband of thirty years to cancer, she completed a marathon. Now, 75 years old, the past twenty years has seen Eddie take part in marathons, triathlons and Ironman races across the globe and she has accrued many medals and awards. In Irongran, Eddie looks back on her life and explains just how she's managed to develop the energy to match the enthusiasm she's always had for an active lifestyle. She shares the difficulties she's experienced in her sporting endeavours, and explains how she's managed to overcome them. Eddie is passionate about the health and wellbeing of our ageing population and provides up to date research about why keeping active in later years is so important, along with guidance about how to remain full of life in your later years.

Accidental Ironman - How Triathlon Ruined My Life (Paperback): Martyn Brunt Accidental Ironman - How Triathlon Ruined My Life (Paperback)
Martyn Brunt 1
R337 R304 Discovery Miles 3 040 Save R33 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Having spent 10 years scaling the lower echelons of the sport, the time has come for one of Britain's least successful athletes to reveal all about how he got involved in all this nonsense in the first place. Marvel as he reveals: His sporting history - how being last pick at school football in the 1970s set him on course for a lifetime of being rubbish at team games. How he took up triathlons in the first place (for a bet, and the cow who made it with him never paid up). How he overcame a crippling lack of talent and a chorus of complete indifference from his family to complete 10 Ironmans, all outside the top 500 finishers. The many triathlon adventures he has experienced over the past 10 years (cow pats, Ironmans, incontinence, driving bans, broken bones, public nudity, spending entire redundancy payments on a new bike, Belgian portaloos, German knocking shops, sunburnt arse cheeks, channel swimming, fights with chavs, obsessions with weather and the nutritional value of Jaffa Cakes, 3 hour marathons, chronic dehydration and so on). The many and varied idiots he's got to know as a result of taking up the sport (aka his mates). The typical training (hell) he goes through to take part in a race given he has absolutely no ability whatsoever. How triathlons ultimately caused him to sell his Mercedes, give away his expensive suit, chuck in his job in the City and become, as his father put it, a "god-damned hippy" (A cycle path designer who owns a camper van).

Triathlon Revolution - Training, Technique, and Inspiration (Paperback, Mountaineers Ou): Terri Schneider Triathlon Revolution - Training, Technique, and Inspiration (Paperback, Mountaineers Ou)
Terri Schneider
R537 Discovery Miles 5 370 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Whether just getting interested in triathlons or a multi-sport veteran, readers of this new handbook will get tuned up and stoked to reach any performance goal! Author Terri Schneider explains how to train for a first triathlon, as well as how to formulate an ongoing experience or a longer-term race regimen. Basic techniques for building a foundation of success are accompanied by lessons in heart-rate levels and suggestions for how to integrate a training schedule into daily life. From the early stages of training and making decisions on what gear to buy through to race day and beyond, Schneider covers everything from nutritional information to endurance issues, mental strategies, stretching, setting up transition areas, off-season training, and more. This title includes a foreword by Iron Man Hall-of-Famer Scott Tinley. It is written with a fresh, non-technical yet authoritative approach. It provides the latest-and-greatest developments in the industry. The author is a widely-respected athlete and coach.

Iron Dads - Managing Family, Work, and Endurance Sport Identities (Paperback): Diana Tracy Cohen Iron Dads - Managing Family, Work, and Endurance Sport Identities (Paperback)
Diana Tracy Cohen
R1,178 Discovery Miles 11 780 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Among the most difficult athletic events a person can attempt, the iron-distance triathlon - a 140.6 mile competition - requires an intense prerace training program. This preparation can be as much as twenty hours per week for a full year leading up to a race. In Iron Dads, Diana Tracy Cohen focuses on the pressures this extensive preparation can place on families, exploring the ways in which men with full-time jobs, one or more children, and other responsibilities fit this level of training into their lives. An accomplished triathlete as well as a trained social scientist, Cohen offers much insight into the effects of endurance-sport training on family, parenting, and the sense of self. She conducted in-depth interviews with forty-seven iron-distance competitors and three prominent men in the race industry, and analyzed triathlon blog postings made by Iron Dads. What sacrifices, Cohen asks, are required - both at home and at work - to cross the iron-distance finish line? What happens when work, family, and sport collide? Is it possible for fathers to meet their own parenting expectations while pursuing such a time-consuming regimen? With the tensions of family economics, how do you justify spending $5,000 on a racing bike? At what point does sport become work? Cohen discovered that, by fostering family involvement in this all-consuming effort, Iron Dads are able to maintain a sense of themselves not only as strong, masculine competitors, but also as engaged fathers. Engagingly written and well researched, Iron Dads provides a penetrating, firsthand look at extreme endurance sports, including practical advice for aspiring racers and suggestions for making triathlons more family-friendly.

Beyond Training - Mastering Endurance, Health & Life (Paperback): Ben Greenfield Beyond Training - Mastering Endurance, Health & Life (Paperback)
Ben Greenfield
R753 R632 Discovery Miles 6 320 Save R121 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Whether you're an extreme exercise enthusiast or you're just looking to shed a few pounds, this is the last book on training, endurance, health, and life you will ever need. In this book you will learn: The 2 best ways to build fitness fast without destroying your body; Underground training tactics for maximising workout efficiency; the best biohacks for enhancing mental performance and entering the zone; how to know with laserlike accuracy whether your body has truly recovered; 26 ways to recover quickly from workouts, injuries, and overtraining; the 25 most important blood and saliva biomarkers and how to test them; 5 essential elements of training that most athletes neglect; 7 stress-fighting weapons to make your mind-body connection bulletproof; proven systems to enhance sleep, eliminate insomnia, and conquer jet lag; 40 high-calorie, nutrient-dense meals that won't destroy your metabolism; Easy tools for customising your carbs, proteins, and fats for your unique body; 9 ways to f

Complete Triathlon Guide (Paperback): Usa Triathlon Complete Triathlon Guide (Paperback)
Usa Triathlon
R574 Discovery Miles 5 740 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Triathletes, rejoice For the first time, USA Triathlon, its elite athletes, and the nation's most respected coaches share their secrets, strategies, and advice for every stage, every event, and every aspect of the world's most demanding sport. From training to technique, fueling to recovery, if it's essential to the sport, it is covered in "Complete Triathlon Guide. "

In this guide, you'll 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 you'll go inside the sport for expert instruction and personal insights from triathlon's biggest names:

Joe Friel

Gordon Byrn

Bob Seebohar

Sage Rountree

Ian Murray

Sara McLarty

Linda Cleveland

George Dallam

Steve Tarpinian

Krista Austin

Inigo 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" you'll 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 you're 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 you're gearing up for your first race or you're a hard-core competitor looking to stay ahead of the pack, "Complete Triathlon Guide" is the one book you should not be without.

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