The Triathlete's Training Bible (2nd Edition) by Joe Friel Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Triathlete's Training Bible (2nd Edition)
Book Review: If you are/ want to be a triathlete, get this book. Period.
Summary: 5 Stars
I stumbled into triathlon with no background in any of the disciplines. After 3 months of disorganised training, I bought this book. I finished 4th in my first novice race and 5th in my first olympic distance race 4 months later. As I have to fit my training around a career in medicine, I can safely say that this book is the main reason for my success.Book Review: If you want to get serious- Get this book!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
A compeling read for the multi-sport athelete, i read it from cover to cover in three days!!!The training plans are easy to follow and construct. I have improved my sprint times by 11mins already thanks to my new improved programme.
Why pay a personnal trainer when you can do it yourself??!!
Book Review: The Triathletes Training Bible
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is excellent for the novice triathlete willing to learn a bit more technical information. The book is well segmented into easily digestible sections. The writer is an experienced coach and world triathlete so gives confidence in his work.Book Review: Triathletes Training Bible
Summary: 5 Stars
The Triathletes Training Bible 2nd Edition: Joe Friel
Blurb
Coach Joe Friel touts the benefits of creating a scientific, self coached training plan to refine your skills and improve your triathlon performance. You will learn how to train smarter, not harder, and apply proven techniques for increasing endurance without overtraining. Friel equips you with the know-how to build a personal training plan based on your individual needs and goals for the next racing season. In addition to the physical aspect of training, Friel addresses the importance of mental preparation and training, from attitude to zealousness.
Whether you are an amateur, professional, or training for your first triathlon event, you will find comprehensive information to help you achieve your goals and reach your maximum potential.
My Review
When I first bought this book I had only been in the sport of triathlon for a couple of months. During those months I had been swimming twice a week, cycling twice a week, running twice a week and weight training twice a week. My sessions were just endurance based spending say an hour swimming or running or cycling for a couple of hours with the club.
The first thing this book taught me was to make my sessions specific, why I needed speed and endurance sessions and how to tailor them to my goals and needs. I don't do a lot of club training and so being able to turn up at the pool during a public swim session, get in the fast lane and have a challenging and rewarding swim was essential. Before tailoring these sessions training could become boring and monotonous. The inclusion of specific drills and workouts for each sport made a welcome change and my style, especially my stroke in swimming has advanced noticeably.
I always trained with a training plan or diary but I never really knew how to create one properly. The step by step guide in this book has helped me no end and even now I still refer to it at the end of each season to plan the next! Templates are given so the correct format can be obtained for tracking weekly hours, different phases in training, events etc.
Periodization was something I had never employed with my training and again Friel has provided step by step instruction from base to race periods going into detail for each phase as to what workouts should be performed and for how long. Appropriate testing techniques are included to ensure you are always working to your peak potential.
Another section that I found rewarding was that of supplementation and nutrition. Vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, protein supplements etc are all discussed in detail explaining why you need them and what they do, not just `You need them!'. The periodisation of a triathletes diet is also discussed detailing fat, carbohydrate and protein intake throughout the season.
Of course there is no equivalent to one on one coaching from a qualified professional. However this book ensures that you understand your sport and why a coach preaches what he/she does. Understanding how to train and prepare yourself to race is essential if you wish to succeed in multisport. The Training Bible will ensure you reach your race at optimum performance. A book I will never throw away!
Book Review: Great information, great presentation
Summary: 5 Stars
My only regret is not having bought this book earlier.
I've been running for a year and now I want to train for triathlon. I bought this book hoping to find some guidance, and I found much more. This book:
-Focuses on every aspect of training, or as the author says "eating, living, and sleeping triathlon"
-Exposes and explains rigorous yet simple training methods and plans for complete novices or experienced competitors
-Gives tips on running/biking/swimming technique
-Gives specific details regarding ironman triathlon (e.g. specific pre-race nutrition)
-ALWAYS backs arguments up with studies and other forms of evidence
-Has appendices with workout plans, workout journals, yearly workout planning sheets, and more
Furthermore, I found the presentation of the book very enjoyable (easygoing style of writing, many charts/graphics to aid comprehension).