5 Triathlon Books: for training, inspiration and enjoyment
For the moment at least – our worlds have changed. Shopping habits have change drastically. Where shopping in a store was once the predominant way to shop, online shopping is quickly becoming a preferred way to shop for consumers during the Covid-19 pandemic.
One of the easiest choices to make and purchase online is books. With this in mind, we have complied a list of 5 good triathlon reads, whether it be for training, inspiration or enjoyment. At AbeBooks.co.uk you can buy used books in mint condition for as little as £1.27 or if you wish, pay the full retail price for a new version.
Swim, Bike, Run: Our Triathlon Story
by Alistair Brownlee and Jonathan Brownlee
This is the story of how the Brownlee brothers became the best triathletes in the world.
Olympic Champion Alistair, World Champion Jonathan, obliterated the competition and set new standards for swimming, biking and running.
In this revealing, often very funny book they take us inside their world. It’s both a riveting story of the races, the success and the brotherly rivalry, as well as a guide to triathlon with sections on how to swim, bike and run and packed with advice on nutrition, injury, and mental approach.
A Number One Bestseller this book is well worth a read:
New from £8.25
Used from: £2.65.
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by Scott Rigsby
Seeking motivation then look no further. Scott Rigsby is an inspiration to many people the world over. Despite losing both his legs at age 18 and battling depression and addiction, he become the first double-leg amputee ever to cross the finish line in the Ironman Triathlon. “Unthinkable” is an account of his extraordinary journey.
New from £10.92
Used from: £2.39
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Triathlon Disasters and How to Avoid Them
By Bloom, Paul N. and Williams, David K.
Drawing on many years of coaching and competing in triathlons, the authors highlight a series of “disasters” that they and their clients have experienced while racing. They recount dozens of amusing and enlightening stories about things that have gone wrong before, during, and after races, and they provide detailed, practical tips and guidance about how to avoid such disasters. Written for both seasoned and novice triathletes, the book should entertain while educating, and it should help athletes improve their race performances. Additionally, the book contains several clever cartoons that will generate smiles and help the stories come alive.
New from £11.52
Used from: £1.27
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By Michael Ross
Triathlon Training: Cycling is essential reading for cyclists who want to improve their lap time, athletes who want to incorporate cycling into a multi-sport programme and anyone considering training for their first triathlon. Practical, effective and easy to understand, it contains all the information and advice that serious cyclists need to improve their technique and achieve great results. It includes: easily explained and implemented cutting-edge cycling techniques road and track training techniques for speed and safety fitness, competition, strength and flexibility training programmes mental training and motivation; effective equipment use.
New from £10.53
Used from: £2.55
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by Ken Mierke
Triathlon Training: Running is essential reading for runners who want to improve their lap times, athletes who want to incorporate running into a multi-sport programme and anyone considering training for their first triathlon. Practical, effective and easy to understand, it contains all the information and advice that serious runners need to improve their technique and achieve great results. It includes: improving your technique for the best results outdoor and track training techniques for speed and safety fitness, competition, strength and flexibility training programmes mental training and motivation effective equipment use.
New from £11.43
Used from: £2.88
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