The Complete Guide to Triathlon Training

This book complements the previous books by Hermann Aschwer and gives every athlete (leisure, racing or top performance) basic knowledge necessary for a successful triathlete. The 5 stage model offers comprehensive guidelines for every triathlon distance - novice, short, middle, ultra and the Ironman Hawaii. Every ambitious athlete, but also the beginner, will find the necessary help for their distance. Subjects include: Basics of triathlon training, measuring performance, forms of training, planning training, streching, strength training, mental training, women and triathlon, training and race tips, comprehensive training schedules for all five stages, equipment, nutrition, duathlon. A contribution on personality structures from Prof. Georg Kroeger rounds off this training handbook.