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

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As I signed up for my first Ironman next year in Bolton I have no idea what I'm doing except running. As author mentioned, this book is not meant to be "too technical" and it is indeed not very technical in nature. I've completed to IRONMAN triathlons with no organized training, just making up workouts that I *think* I should be doing. 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. 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.

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. Really like the concept/plan and want to use the Intermediate training plan for the 2010 full ChesapeakeMan. From the start of the book it became obvious, that this wasn't a deep dive to the training science, but more of a practical guide to the training while being busy.

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After having calculated my heart rate zones more-or-less accurately, I've been going out for time-based Zone 2 runs, and they are so slow! g., most endurance athletes train at too high of a heart rate and do too much anaerobic training), but nothing too in depth. It's an incredibly comprehensive and down-to-earth training guide with a variety of training plans and suggested exercises. Unfortunately I had to stop training because of my schedule, but I will get back into it as soon as I can.

I would recommend it to anyone who is not a professional athlete and interested in training for an Ironman. 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.

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. This edition contains all new training plans, new swim sessions, new athlete profiles, and state-of-the-art flexibility and core strength regimens.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. I've been following the specific swim workouts in the book, which are very interval-based, and I *hope* that they are making me stronger. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). 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. An excellent book to help prepare for the Ironman races that includes helpful training schedules, nutrition advice, technique advice, etc.

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. 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). I've heard lots of people both rave about this book and complain that HR based training makes it feel slow. 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.At any rate, they certainly can't be hurting, since my previous swim workouts were kind of just "do whatever I feel like", which wasn't all that successful.