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: Must have, Awesome book
Summary: 5 Stars
The Triathlete's Training Bible is THE authority on triathlon training. Joe Friel's training method is scientifically based (though he makes it a point to say that training is not a science alone - far from it, in fact), and he references numerous sources throughout the book. He presents the material, however, in such a way so as not to inimidate or overwhelm his readers.
This book is for those of us who want a personalized training program but can't afford the high prices of a personal coach. It is for those of us who enjoy learning and applying those methods to practice.
It is NOT for those of us who want a CANNED program that tells us when and how long to swim, when and how long to bike, and when and how long to run. If that is what you're looking for, seriously, look elsewhere. You'll likely be dissapointed.
But if you want to learn how to create and manage your own program succesfully, this is THE book to read. No doubt about it.
Note: Unless you exhibit perfect form, you will likely have to supplement this book with others on technique for the swim, bike, and run. It has some, but it is not heavy on technique, it is heavy on method.
Book Review: For the Hard Core
Summary: 3 Stars
AS a regular guy this book was much to advanced for me. It was very detailed and if I was looking to compete at the front of the pack it would be much more useful. Book Review: disappointing for beginner
Summary: 2 Stars
I had read all the rave reviews so was disappointed by my own experience. I am a new-comer to multisport competition. I found this book to be too much theory and not enough practicality; what was practical was presented in an incohesive way. I could see this being good for the serious triathlete, but for me, I found better use out of Eric Harr's book and on the internet.Book Review: Like reading a scientific paper
Summary: 5 Stars
This book went above and beyond everything that I expected. The author gives references for virtually every point that he makes. He is clear about his standpoint when it comes to a lot of issues, such as POSE running, and explains his reasoning.
A must have book for anyone with lots of information even for the amateur triathlete. The nutrition information in this book has made me reconsider my diet significantly.
Book Review: Good for someone wanting to progress
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the only pure triathlon book I own, so I can't compare, but it answered 95% of the questions I had about how I go about improving from being a bunch finisher. The other 5%, well I suppose the author has to draw the line on detail somewhere. For example, the section on swimming skills is a 3-4 page summary of the total immersion swimming book.
It presents lots of ideas which are fairly easy to understand on their own. It then requires that you put the effort to read (and reread many times in my case!) to really 'get' a lot of concepts. Only then can you put your own training plan together. For this reason it might be a bit too complex for a complete beginner who wants a simple set of guidelines. In summary, an Excellent book for anyone who has done some triathlons, likes understanding concepts and making plans and wants to improve their placings.