Strength Training for Triathletes

From the Editors

<DIV><DIV>Most traditional weight lifting programs are too general to benefit triathletes. This illustrated guide offers 60 exercises that build strength for swimming, biking, and running by replicating the muscle usage patterns specific to triathlon events. The exercises are organized by sport and muscle group, allowing triathletes to quickly find the best exercise for their unique training needs. Included are sample seasonal plans for each race distance, along with instructions on adapting training plans to individual needs that make it easy to develop a personal strength training program.</DIV></div>
Product Description

Customer Response

Pretty good
Somewhat superficial as a general strength training program, but pretty good at keeping one focused on moves that are tri-specific. I would simply incorporate the exercises found in this book into a broad strength training program during the off season and through the early/build phase, then transition more toward these activities found in this book toward the middle of the season.

Great for a focused workout
This book is exactly what I was looking for - straight-forward workouts with specific goals. I have been strength training according to this book for 3 weeks and although I've never been really sore afterwards, I am already seeing results. I would recommend this to anyone that is already in shape, but wants to be slightly better/faster at all 3 sports.

Amazingly Helpful
I've found this book to include nearly everything I need for my strength training plan. I first checked out the book at my local library and liked it so much that I renewed it three times then purchased it.

It's just the right amount of information. Not too much that you're bored or can't absorb it all and not too little that it leaves you with lots of questions. It's well organized and the illustrations are very clear and helpful.

I highly recommend this book.

Exceeds It's Mission.
Looking for a book that tackles strength training for the triathlon sport? So many books wax poetic about esoteric things that pollute the point. How many times can a person read about the competitor that made this mistake or that sweet move at a race event? Maybe once? Some athletes are not looking for motivation or to attain some higher level of consciousness. Some of us just want the simple, straight-forward explanation.

This book exceeds that mission. It presents a method to think about what level of triathlon competition is desired. Then it provides the information that agrees with those levels. Additionally, it addresses a mindset about how to construct strength training regimens with volumes that make sense. Hagerman provides the tools to assess your needs and apply what is necessary to achieve those goals in a concise way.

The exercises provided by Hagerman, steer the reader toward the goal of enhancing those muscles that are needed for triathlons. He also gives tips on how to adapt normal routines and exercises to those a triathlete would need.

Finally, Hagerman provides a healthy philosophy on how to make performance increases on a timely basis. Ultimately, triathletes would like to peak at a certain time of the year. If they are careless, they could be fatigued when it is time to race. Not advisable.

This book is an easy read. However, don't underestimate it's usefulness.

Valuable Resource
This book is extremely helpful for putting together a well thought out strenght program to prepare for triathlon season. Not only does it provide a list of discipline specific exercises, but it also helps with the number of reps and the proper amount of weight. The best part of the book is the distance specific workout plans.

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