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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherHuman Kinetics
ISBN-100873225139
ISBN-139780873225137
eBay Product ID (ePID)1082810
Product Key Features
Book TitleSwim, Bike, Run
Number of Pages224 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicTriathlon
Publication Year1993
IllustratorYes
GenreSports & Recreation
AuthorGlenn Town, Todd Kearney
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight13.6 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
LCCN93-024695
Dewey Edition20
Dewey Decimal613.71
SynopsisIn a logical, easy-to-follow progression, this complete guide to the triathalon covers every facet of preparation: costs; getting and fitting the necessary clothing and equipment; maintaining the bicycle; learning and perfecting proper techniques; preventing injury; and more. Illus., This covers every facet of preparing for a triathlon in a logical, easy-to-follow progression. The book has four parts. Getting Started covers the basics including the physical, financial and social demands, and considers proper clothing and equipment. Biomechanics helps the athlete perfect his/her form, prevent injuries and reduce race times. Training demonstrates how to develop a schedule, and provides and overview of the changes in the body, and advises on nutrition and psychology. Competing and More gives the strategies necessary for a successful race day or week.