Triathlon Science (Sport Science)

I am actually a member of Jim Vance's triathlon team in San Diego, and I can definitely state that this book has helped increase my my overall awareness as an athlete. This book contains the science behind the sport, which makes one aware of why it is that one should train a certain way. It also helps in focusing on certain aspects of training. It gives practical advice and evidence to support it. It is a great enhancer to athletic performance. I would recommend it for athletes who are mid to high level, or for coaches/parents who are looking for practical techniques to teach.

This book really does go into detail, but it does it mainly in a way you can understand. It really is very good, most comprehensive technical study of triathlon around by far.

This is a must have book for the serious triathlete. This is not an advice book written with simple coaching strategies. This book goes much deeper and provides the science behind a lot of the coaching tips that most serious triathletes are already hearing from everywhere else. If you are new to triathlon or a casual triathlete, this book may be more information than you are looking for, but for anyone looking to truly learn more about your own physiology and training this is your Bible. I should also add that a lot of what is in this book will translate to general training for any sport (i.e. mitochondrial production and muscle function).

Excellent book that cuts through a lot of the gumph in the market. Very technical at times but worth working through it. Every time I pick it up I find something small that I missed. The only part of the book that is a bit lightweight is the section dealing with the mental aspects, Psychology of Multisport.If you are looking for something more accessible that focusses more on the gear, you can also try "Faster: Demystifying the Science of Triathlon Speed" by Jim Gourley.

The title is spot on. If you are the type of person that really wants to study the science of triathlon then this book is for you. Typical textbook styled organization from a panel of experts in their respected fields. I enjoyed reading cover to cover but it also will serve as an excellent reference as long as the material remains current.

Very informative, covers the basic and gets deep into the science of the body. Very thorough and clear on the points it tries to make.

The book is base on scientific facts and it is for advanced people in the subject.I used to plan my training and my competitions

I had high hopes for this book. Joe Friel has written some great triathlon coaching books and is one other most well known names in the game. However this book did not live up to my expectations.It is a series of articles relating to the three triathlon disciplines, but I found that none of them expanded my knowledge base. (I am a middle of the pack age grouper aiming for high places, with a scientific knowledge.)If you are into training but know not much about the science behind it, then maybe this book is for you.If you are a competent coach, or have read up on the science of training then you won't get much from this book.If you want to know more about the science of training than the Lore of Running by Timothy Noakes is the best book I could recommend so far, (and by far). Although it might be a bit heavy for some, and is heavily focused on running.

Great product. Very informative. The book condition was in excellent shape when I received it.

Amazing experience

Esse é um livro único. Aqui encontra-se, em um só lugar uma quantidade enorme de informações científicas extremamente úteis para todos envolvidos no treinamento de Triathlon.

... mais ressemble beaucoup à une compilation d'articles et d'études.Certes complet, mais on ne sait pas toujours pas trop quoi en tirer. D'autant que certaines études de plusieurs pages ont des conclusions assez évidentes. Certaines parties lassent.Mais il y a de quoi trouver des informations intéressantes, et notamment des conseils pour éviter des erreurs.

Sehr umfangreiches Werk mit dem aktuellen Wissensstand zum Triathlontraining. Alle Aspekte wie Training, Ernährung, Verletzungen usw. werden von in der Scene renomierten Autoren ausführlich dargestellt.Sehr zu empfehlen.