Triathlon. Loving it is easy

Christos Christou

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Armida Publications
06 June 2014

Sports & outdoor recreation; Track & field sports, athletics; Multidiscipline sports; Cycling; Swimming & diving

"SWIM, BIKE, RUN. THE ULTIMATE BEGINNER'S GUIDE.

In the quest for understanding this beautiful and increasingly popular sport, TRIATHLON. LOVING IT IS EASY is the definitive starter's book for the aspiring triathlete.

This comprehensive guide is packed with practical ways that will help you:

- Understand triathlon,

- Understand how you fit into this discipline, regardless of your physical condition,

- Comprehend how each discipline functions and learn how to properly run, swim, bike and transition,

- Understand how you can improve your performance,

- Train properly, train prudently, train efficiently,

- Prepare for your first race,

- Realize your full potential.

TRIATHLON. LOVING IT IS EASY was written by a man who has lived and breathed sports all his life and triathlon for the last 15 years. As a member of his country's national team he has competed in numerous triathlon events throughout Europe. Christos's book was the first of its kind written in Greek. Now in its revised 4th edition, it has created a craze for triathlon throughout the Greek world. Apart from a wealth of athletic and scientific information, Christos shares his personal experiences with a sense of humor and honesty rarely seen in sports books. Christos is not an author; he is a triathlete. Who better to guide you in your exciting journey than a fellow sports enthusiast?

""Triathlon. Loving it is easy"" covers all areas of the sport including:

- Principles of Athletic training as well as the mission of every physical education teacher

- A short history of the sport; formats and distances

- SWIMMING; Basics of the freestyle technique, swimming exercises, proper kit

- CYCLING; Techniques, styles, exercises, kit

- RUNNING; Run more efficiently and avoid injuries

- Three in one

- Training program

- Basic parameters for a training schedule

- Training technique

- Examples of training programs

- Strength training for Triathlon

- Do pre-race jitters help performance?

- Transition, the fourth discipline

- Common gastrointestinal issues

- Missed workout guilt

- Your first race

And more...

Apart from a wealth of athletic and scientific information, Christos shares his personal experiences with a sense of humor and honesty rarely seen in sports books.

Christos is not only an accomplished author; he is a physical education professional but above all else, he is a triathlete.

Who better to guide you in your exciting journey than a fellow sports enthusiast?"

By: Christos Christou
Imprint: Armida Publications
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 189mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 322g
ISBN: 9789963706556
ISBN 10: 996370655X
Pages: 174
Publication Date: 06 June 2014
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Triathlon. Loving it is easy

"""I am very glad to see just how many people have benefited from this book and to see how successful it has been in bringing so many new people closer to our favorite sport"" Vassilis Krommidas, World youth Ironman record holder"