The Triathlete Guide to Sprint and Olympic Triathlon Racing

DISCOVER THE FUN OF FASTEager to hone your competitive edge without the need to recover for months at a time? Want to do triathlon but still have a life? Short-course triathlon is your answer. Unlike long-course distances, sprint and Olympic races allow you to maintain your passion for the sport and feed your need for speed, without straining your budget, job, or home life. In this highly informative guide, Triathlete senior editor and former pro Chris Foster teams up with coach and Olympian Ryan Bolton to deliver every detail on:GEAR. Figure out what you need . . . and what you don't!TECHNIQUE. Tips to take your swim, bike, and run to the next levelSTRENGTH WORKOUTS, WARM-UPS, AND DRILLS. Get better results with smarter prepTRAINING PLANS. Three comprehensive plans tailored to ability and experienceShift your triathlon racing to the short course and feel the thrill of competing as a stronger, faster, well-balanced athlete.