Be Iron Fit: Time-Efficient Training Secrets for Ultimate Fitness

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It reads more as general high-level tips and a guideline for training for an Ironman, with sample training schedules for a "Just Finish", "Intermediate", and "Competitive" triathlete. The book is not only targeted to newbies in the multi-sport, but even seasoned and professional Ironmans will fin this guide very useful, and maybe give it a shot to the more advanced training programs to achieve better results. I would recommend it to anyone who is not a professional athlete and interested in training for an Ironman. The third edition of the best Ironman triathlon training book in the market, this updated volume contains time-efficient training methods that have been honed over the years and have been proved to aid anyone in achieving their athletic dreams--from beginners to experienced competitors.

Melanie has raced 12 Iron-distance races, Ultraman, and has age group and overall victories in triathlon, running and open water swimming competitions throughout the world. There is a lot of useful information in here for successfully completing Iron-distance triathlons, and yes, I want to become someone who's maybe in the middle of the pack, instead of towards the end. That sounds like a lot, but somehow it will have you believing that the Ironman is accessible with its time management tips and VERY clear training programs. If you are a busy person then this book will help you with time management when it comes to training. This edition contains all new training plans, new swim sessions, new athlete profiles, and state-of-the-art flexibility and core strength regimens.It did go through every aspect of triathlon from techniques to nutrition, but it kept all of those in a high level. I know I have to just trust the process and I will get better eventually as my body becomes more efficient. Read more about the condition New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. It's an incredibly comprehensive and down-to-earth training guide with a variety of training plans and suggested exercises.

thndrcloud - 2011-01-01 7:39 PM On Yanti's advice I'm going to be using the IM Intermediate plan to train for my first HIM. An excellent book to help prepare for the Ironman races that includes helpful training schedules, nutrition advice, technique advice, etc. Really like the concept/plan and want to use the Intermediate training plan for the 2010 full ChesapeakeMan.

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Even if you have no interest in participating in such an event, the book can still provide you with beneficial information on health and training. As I signed up for my first Ironman next year in Bolton I have no idea what I'm doing except running. Unfortunately I had to stop training because of my schedule, but I will get back into it as soon as I can.

Love the way the training plans--Just Finish, Intermediate, and Competitive--are all time based rather than mileage based. The included training plans are a useful way to gauge how much to do early in the season when there's too much temptation to go too fast, too long, too soon. Be Iron Fit contains: * The essential workouts with exercise photography * The training cycle * Core training * 30-week training programs * Effective time management * The principle of gradual adaptation * Effective heart-rate training * Proper technique * Equipment tips * Race and pre-race strategies * Mental training * Effective goal setting and race selection * Nutrition * And much more.

I definitely understand more now and already started training in zones and time training as it's recommended in the book. Paperback book is around 280 pages with 100 of those pages dedicated to workout plans already drawn out.It really makes the idea of training for an Ironman seem reasonable (even though as I read that sentence I think--nothing about training for an Ironman seems remotely reasonable). Very specific, structured and guided tips and tricks along with a lot of stories coming from real experience makes this a must read for fitness enthusiasts.