Be Iron Fit: Time-Efficient Training Secrets For Ultimate Fitness - Softcover

Fink, Don

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1599218577 ISBN 13: 9781599218571

Publisher: The Lyons Press, 2010

Synopsis

Ever dream of being an elite endurance athlete and competing in races like Hawaii's Ironman? Professional athletes are not the only people who have the ability to attain superior athletic accomplishments. Every season tens of thousands of amateur triathletes compete head-to-head, pushing their physical and mental strength to the absolute limits. The standard Ironman competition is a true test: a 2.4-mile open-water swim, followed by a 112-mile bike leg, and a 26.2-mile marathon run. Sought-after multisport coach, Don Fink assures readers that the challenge is not too difficult, the dream is not impossible. His time-efficient training methods have been honed over the years and have been proved to aid anyone in achieving their athletic dreams. Be Iron-Fit provides practical training information in a step-by-step, enjoyable way so that even everyday athletes can attain ultimate conditioning. Included in this revolutionary guide is information on:- The essential workouts- The training cycle- Core training - 12-week training programs- Effective time management- The principle of gradual adaptation- Effective heart-rate training- Preparing with training races- Proper technique- Equipment tips- Race and pre-race strategies- Mental training- Effective goal setting and race selection- Nutrition- And much moreWith the proper preparation and training techniques explained here, virtually anyone can attain supreme fitness.

About this title

About the Author

Don Fink left his managing director position on Wall Street after twenty years to pursue his passion for Ironman. He is now one of the most successful Ironman triathletes and coaches.

From the Back Cover

Ever dream of being an elite endurance athlete and competing in races like Hawaii’s Ironman? Pro athletes are not the only people who can attain such superior accomplishments. Each season, tens of thousands of amateur triathletes compete head-to-head, pushing their physical and mental strength to the limits. The Ironman competition is a true test: a 2.4-mile open-water swim followed by a 112-mile bike leg and a 26.2-mile marathon run. In Be Iron Fit, sought-after multisport coach Don Fink draws on his time-efficient training methods to provide a practical program in a step-by-step, enjoyable way—so even everyday athletes can attain ultimate conditioning.

 

Effective Time Management 
The Essential Workouts 
The Training Cycle  
Effective Heart Rate Training 
30-Week IronFit Training Programs 
Flexibility and Strength Training 
Core and Functional Strength Training

Technique
Mastering Transitions 
Equipment Tips 
Race and Pre-Race Strategies 
Mental Training 
Healthy Eating for Endurance Athletes
Recovery, Maintenance Training, and Beyond 

Edition details

• Publisher: The Lyons Press
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1599218577
• ISBN 13: 9781599218571
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 304