Science of triathlon training and competition /
Glenn P. Town.
- U.S. : Human Kinetics, 1989.
- 160 p. ; 22 cm. + pbk.
In this book athletes will find advice on preparing for the triathlon and complete guidelines for establishing a personalized training programme. The book also contains practical information on the physiological, nutritional, and psychological concerns of the triathlon.
Bibliography: (pages 139-142) and index.
Physiological concerns of performance -- The fuels of performance -- The psychology of performance -- Setting up your training camp -- Swim training -- Man and his machine -- The long run -- Seven days to go -- Race day -- The ironman triathlon world championships -- Triathlon injuries and injury prevention.