Meyer & Meyer Verlag / Triathlon

Triathlon, the sport of the 80s and 90s, has thanks to its all-round nature proved to be a type of sport which is particularly good for ones health and which can be taken up by everyone. This book supplements Hermann Aschwers previous books and it provides all hobby, fitness, or competitive sportsmen and women with invaluable, important suggestions and hints for all questions relating to triathlon sport e.g. the most important rules, necessary equipment, correct training and suitable preparation for competitions as well as a personal assessment of ones achievement. Questions about nutrition, keep-fit exercises and strengthening are also answered and advice is given about how to begin with triathlon and when its worth kitting oneself out with costly equipment. The writer is known for his clear, vivid style which makes this book an important source of advice to draw on for beginners and competitive athletes alike.