| Going Long - Training for Ironman-Distance Triathlons by Joe Friel and Gordon Byrn | |
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ISBN 1-931382-24-7 (US)
At long last, here is a comprehensive training guide that specifically addresses the needs and demands of ironman-distance triathletes, regardless of their previous experience with the sport. For the novice long-course triathlete, Going Long details the key criteria to help you train for and compete in your first event in "relative" comfort. For more experienced triathletes, Friel and Byrn provide expert advice on how to get the most out of your precious training time without compromising preparation and results. And, for the seasoned long-distance triathlete, reading this book will reinforce your training with proven physical and mental strategies for improved race performance.
Joe Friel has trained endurance athletes since 1980. His clients have included elite, amateur, and professional road cyclists, mauntain bikers, triathletes, duathletes and American and foreign national champions, world championship competitors, and Olympians. He holds a master's degree in exercise science, is a USA Triathlon and USA Cycling certified coach, and serves as the co-chairman of the USA Triathlon National Coaching Committee. He is also the author of The Triathlete's Training Bible, The Cyclist's Training Bible, and The Mountain Biker's Training Bible.
Gordon (Gordo) Byrn is an elite long-course triathlete and coach. He is certified with USA Triathlon, Triathlon Australia, and the American Swim Coaches Association. He has qualified for and raced in Ironman® Hawaii, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, and has recently achieved several top ten finishes in ironman-distance and ultra-endurance races. Byrn is also is a columnist for XTri.com.
Description from the back-cover of the book
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