Going Long: Training for Ironman-Distance Triathlons by Joe Friel and Gordo Byrn is the most comprehensive guide to racing Ironman-distance triathlons.

Triathlons for Women guides women through every step of preparing for triathlon, from the first day of training all the way to race day, with plenty of inspiration and encouragement. Sally’s ready-made training plans and daily workouts give new triathletes the framework they need.

Gale Bernhardt's no-nonsense training plans have helped tens of thousands of athletes to reach their multisport goals. Train for races of any distance with workouts that will challenge athletes of all levels.

<I>Zinn & the Art of Triathlon Bikes</I> is the first and only book on the market that caters to the specific bike tuning and maintenance needs of triathletes. Using the successful format of his best-selling VeloPress books, Lennard Zinn guides triathletes through the many triathlon-specific problems including bike tuning, maintenance, and shipping a bike safely from race to race.

A recent study found that 75% of endurance athletes worry about their body weight. Racing Weight is the first book to address weight management as a means to improved performance. Just as fitness should fluctuate throughout the season, endurance athletes will learn a healthy approach to achieve their fastest racing weight for critical races.

Raul Guisado, Olympic coach for the U.S. Ski Team, explores the benefits that trunk stability, joint stability, power, and agility can produce in a training program.

Internationally recognized psychologist and Ironman triathlete Jim Taylor, Ph.D., and former professional triathlete Terri Schneider give multisport athletes in-depth, yet practical information and skills they can use to master the challenges of the mind while increasing their enjoyment of the sport.

For many triathletes, swimming is the weakest link on race day. <i>The Triathlete’s Guide to Swim Training</i> explains how to refine swim form, build speed, and establish an effective training schedule.

Karen Buxton explains how to create a well-rounded off-season training program that includes core strengthening, increased flexibility through yoga, and weight training. She also offers plenty of drills to boost swim, bike, and run performance, and alternatives to improve cardiovascular conditioning.

This indispensable guide focuses on how aspiring triathletes can successfully complete a sprint- or Olympic-distance triathlon.

Professional chef and endurance athlete Adam Kelinson is your guide from grocery store to kitchen, teaching you how to prepare delicious, balanced meals with earth-friendly foods that are local and in season. The Athlete's Plate offers 90 worry-free, quick-prep recipes to fuel your training and racing.