Download or read book Go Multisport written by Jennifer McConachie and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2024-01-30 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The all-in-one resource and first handbook for multisport athletes with an introduction to the field of multisport and a look at how it came to be and what's next for the sport. Are you ready to Go Multisport? You can run, you can paddle, you can SUP (stand up paddleboard), you can swim, you can ski, you can climb, you can train, and you can bike. But how can you combine them all together? For ultra-like distances and days at a time? How about climbing, hiking, and packrafting all in one day? Beyond traditional 5Ks and 10Ks and single sport extreme and endurance events, is the newly evolving field of multisport. Multisport events are usually self-designed and determined. These extreme athletes most often create their own events because they are the first to do these human-powered endurance challenges. Some examples of multisport athletes include: Nathan Fa’avae: Winner of the Eco-Challenge World’s Toughest Race, and 7-time Adventure Racing World Champion Roman Dial: Combines biking and packrafts in the Alaskan backcountry; has made full-length traverses (upward of 700 miles) by foot, ski, pedal and paddle of the Brooks and Alaska Ranges Dave Cornthwaite: Adventurer who created Expedition 1000, a quest to take on 25 journeys, each one a minimum of 1000 miles, using a different way of non-motorized transport throughout the world Alastair Humphreys: A National Geographic Adventurer of the Year for his concept of microadventures, encouraging people to get outside, even in short bouts Perfect for those who are seeking to do more--more challenge, more fun--this book provides a history, background, and empowering how-to. You will learn how to walk the edge of a radical new discipline. Also includes gear lists, sample race challenges, training secrets and more.

Download or read book Ready Set Go Sports of All Sorts En sus marcas listos fuera Deportes de todo tipo written by Celeste Cortright and published by Barefoot Books. This book was released on 2021-10-22 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now available in bilingual Spanish! Come along on a lively, lyrical exploration of the world's most beloved sports. Rhyming text and energetic artwork featuring a diverse group of children introduce the basics of eight sports popular around the world: baseball, track, football/soccer, gymnastics, hockey, karate, basketball, and swimming. Includes educational endnotes and art by celebrated illustrator Christiane Engel, whose previous Barefoot credits include Baby's First Words, Dump Truck Disco, Knick Knack Paddy Whack, and Build-a-Story Cards: Space Quest.

Download or read book Triathloning for Ordinary Mortals written by Steven Jonas and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 1999 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The explosion of interest in physical fitness that has sent Americans running, bicycling, and swimming by the tens of thousands now extends to the fitness competition that combines all three ?triathloning. Steven Jonas, a former nonathlete who began endurance sports in middle age, offers an accessible program for anyone from beginner to experienced jogger.Dr. Jonas's own experiences are the basis of this user-friendly book, directed to the person who wants to do more than just run. He sets forth basic recommendations on equipment necessary for triathloning and outlines a three-phased training program that will take the untrained beginner to a state of fitness where he or she can complete a triathlon of moderate distance. The book includes a chapter on nutrition and a stretching program. Dr. Jonas has revised and updated the work to include information on how to run longer races, how to train for the increasingly popular duathlon (run/bike/run), and new tips from his further fifteen years of experience.Techniques, fitness, training, equipment, nutrition, pre-race, the race itself ?a readable introduction for the aspiring recreational triathloner.A new chapter on duathlons and how to run longer races, and updated appendixes on the latest magazines and books of interest to triathloners.Dr. Steven Jonas has participated in 100 multi-sports events.

Download or read book The Athlete Inside written by Sue Reynolds and published by Fortress Press. This book was released on 2020-04-28 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The inspiring true story of one woman's transformation from 335 pounds to world-class triathlete in just four years. After being on yo-yo diets almost all her life, Sue Reynolds was still morbidly obese, but decided to try one more time without much hope for positive results. But this time was different. She was fed up with not being able to do things because of her size. She was tired of not being able to tie her own shoes, fit in restaurant booths, or walk more than a few feet. She was ready. The Athlete Inside follows Reynolds's journey as she lost 200 pounds and found an athlete hiding inside her body. From her first walk to the neighbor's mailbox to finishing sixth at the World Triathlon Championship, Reynolds discovered the joy of conquering fear and pride to find that the best version of herself had been there all along. A world-class triathlete and a grandmother, Reynolds is proof that you can transform your life at any age. Her story is one of hope, tenacity, and faith, as she committed to doing whatever it took to be among the best triathletes in the world. It's a story about a unique intergenerational relationship between Reynolds and the young coach who earned her trust and helped her develop fitness and confidence. It's a story about the power of kindness and the spiritual growth Reynolds experienced as she realized the compassion that surrounded her was the face of God. Ultimately, it's the story of how each of us can discover amazing gifts and talents within ourselves.

Download or read book Go Far written by Jennifer McConachie and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2021-10-26 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: RUN LONG. CLIMB HIGH. SWIM DEEP. GO FAR. The struggle to succeed and the drive to excel are at the heart of what makes someone into an endurance athlete. Their mindset—that of the adventurer, of the explorer, of the never-say-never—is what allows these athletes to go beyond the limits of what’s possible time and time again... both during and outside of events. Real life comes with its own set of challenges to meet, endure and overcome. GO FAR collects exhilarating stories from the worldwide endurance sports career of athlete Jennifer Strong McConachie, giving insight into her life philosophy and the principles that empower her success in ultrarunning, mountaineering, swimming, and more. The beginning of endurance, in sport and in life, is found in desire—not just to go, but to go far.

Download or read book Changing the Game written by John O'Sullivan and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2013-12-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The modern day youth sports environment has taken the enjoyment out of athletics for our children. Currently, 70% of kids drop out of organized sports by the age of 13, which has given rise to a generation of overweight, unhealthy young adults. There is a solution. John O’Sullivan shares the secrets of the coaches and parents who have not only raised elite athletes, but have done so by creating an environment that promotes positive core values and teaches life lessons instead of focusing on wins and losses, scholarships, and professional aspirations. Changing the Game gives adults a new paradigm and a game plan for raising happy, high performing children, and provides a national call to action to return youth sports to our kids.

Download or read book Training Plans for Multisport Athletes written by Gale Bernhardt and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers multisport athletes advice on how to understand the science of training and effectively self-train, providing sample training plans for different levels of multisport events, specific workouts for each type of plan, ratings for exertion levels, and generic training plans that can be used for all ability levels.

Download or read book Sports Idols Idols written by Scott Lynn and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2015-11-17 with total page 607 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You probably had a childhood idolthat one special person who meant the world to you. It might have been a family member, a teacher or a coach. Its also quite possible you were first drawn to a professional athlete you saw on television or read about in a magazine or newspaper. Many of us once dreamed of becoming a pro athlete just like our first childhood hero. But, do the athletes we idolize have someone they considered to be extra special when they were kids? In Sports Idols Idols, nearly 150 past and present athletesincluding dozens of Hall of Famersshare stories about their very first childhood heroes. They discuss what it was like the first time they met their idols. Many experienced euphoria. However, a few were crushed when their encounters did not go as anticipated. In this oral history, some of the most well-known sports figures from yesterday and today tell you about their idols and about special moments in their lives and careers. Go ahead! Reach for the stars! In Sports Idols Idols, sports fans of all ages will learn about the heroes of their heroes.

Download or read book 7 Weeks to a Triathlon written by Brett Stewart and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-08-14 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Learning the ins and outs of triathlon can be daunting, but 7 Weeks to a Triathlon is the perfect tool to prepare yourself for the sport whether you are a newbie or a professional. Excellent!” —Desiree Ficker, Professional Triathlete BECOME A TRIATHLETE IN JUST 7 WEEKS Follow the 7-week programs in this book, and you’ll quickly gain the strength and stamina needed to complete any triathlon—sprint, standard, Olympic and even Ironman challenges. Packed with clear charts and helpful photos, 7 Weeks to a Triathlon has everything you need to know about the ultimate endurance challenge: • Easy-to-follow progressive training programs • Pro tips for each discipline—swim, bike, run • Triathlon-specific cross-training techniques • Motivational advice on pushing harder and crushing your race goal Offering field-tested, day-by-day programs and a comprehensive description of how to get through race day, this book has something for everyone, from beginners getting started in the sport to seasoned triathletes looking to take their training to the next level.

Download or read book Championship Triathlon Training written by George M. Dallam and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2008-05-08 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dedication, passion, obsession—for serious endurance athletes, coaches, duathletes, and triathletes, the quest for improvement never ends. Knowing they can shave time from the previous performance, they seek out the latest in research and training techniques. In Championship Triathlon Training, renowned experts George Dallam and Steven Jonas provide you with the same advanced conditioning concepts and programming used by today's elite triathletes. By understanding the science behind the principles, you will incorporate physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, and injury prevention into your regimen to address your specific needs and the demands of competition. Specifically, you'll learn these techniques: -Use weight training, plyometrics, and core development to accelerate skill development in all phases of swimming, running, and cycling. -Apply metabolic training to improve endurance and race speed. -Combine sport-specific skills, such as mounting and dismounting, with metabolic training to improve transition times between phases. -Develop more efficient movement patterns for increased performance potential and reduced injury. -Assess health and physical status to avoid overtraining. Complete with sample programs for each triathlon distance, technique analysis, training- and race-specific fueling strategies, and tips for motivation, focus, and goal setting, Championship Triathlon Training will optimize your training and maximize your results.

Download or read book Triathlon Training Fast and Easy written by Rick Niles and published by Abbott Press. This book was released on 2012-06-20 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Triathlon Training, Fast and Easy, author and coach Rick Niles explains the concepts and introduces an easy-to-follow system as a pathway to new performance levels. He believes that training for three sports can mesh with a career, family, and things that are ultimately more important. Peak fitness can be achieved by training for five to nine hours per week in all three areasswimming, running, and bicycling. Triathlon Training, Fast and Easy has several helpful features to clearly get any triathlete going faster with less effort: Sample training weeks Technique instruction Training drills A season-long distance training schedule A crash training schedule for procrastinators This handy reference guide also includes various exercise and training techniques based on personal experience, research, and individual stories. Going faster and farther are relative terms, and speed and time are individual. No one races on someone elses stories, and they shouldnt train from them either. Each of our bodies will respond to the training we do and how frequently we do it. The response reflects the input. Triathlon Training, Fast and Easy provides all of the necessary information that any triathlete needs to guide them to a new performance level.

Download or read book The Triathlete Guide to Sprint Olympic Triathlon Racing written by Chris Foster and published by VeloPress. This book was released on 2020-04-07 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Triathlete Guide to Sprint and Olympic Triathlon Racing will help you discover the speed, thrill, and challenge of triathlon’s most popular race distances. Not everyone has time to train for long-course triathlons. By pursuing triathlon’s shorter distances, you can enjoy all the total body fitness benefits of the swim-bike-run sport and discover the unique challenges of short-course racingall while enjoying a life outside of training. This complete guide from former pro triathletes Chris Foster and coach Ryan Bolton shares all the know-how you need to find speed and enjoy successful racing in sprint and Olympic-distance triathlons. Foster, now the Senior Editor of Triathlete magazine, shares his pro advice for how to set a smart race strategy, how to master triathlon pacing, how to execute fast transitions, how to train to improve your weakness and race to your strengths. Bolton offers smart, effective sprint and Olympic triathlon training plans so you can get started right away, no matter your background. Sprint and Olympic triathlons are triathlon’s most popular distances for good reasons. Experienced triathletes returning to the short course will enjoy a break from long, slow hours of training and rediscover the joy of speed. Active people looking for a new challenge can jump right into triathlon’s most beginner-friendly distances. The Triathlete Guide to Sprint and Olympic Triathlon Racing makes it simple to get back up to speed in the world’s most rewarding endurance sport.

Download or read book International Sports Events written by Richard Shipway and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-05-07 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers new insight into International Sports Events (ISEs), examining the relationship between sport, tourism and events. It assesses sports events through the lens of both sports participants and spectators, based on three primary themes: impacts, experiences and identities. The first section of the book contributes to the future development of knowledge by analyzing the impact of sport events and their legacies from economic, environmental, social, sporting, political and cultural perspectives – an understanding of the impacts and potential legacies of sports events is fundamental to their future development. In the second section of the book, the focus moves from impact and legacy issues towards exploring consumer behaviour and participant experiences at a diverse selection of International Sports Events. The emphasis within this section is grounded within the tourism dimension of sports events. Section three of the book highlights the dominant role of identity at a diverse selection of sports events, and demonstrates how that identity is displayed whilst either watching or participating in sport and leisure. The book provides an international analysis drawing on emerging empirical research conducted across a diverse range of sport and leisure activities and contrasting locations. Linked to the three underlying themes of the book, a future research agenda for International Sports Events is provided which is centred on four key pillars: impact, identity, internationalization and interdisciplinary research. This timely book will be of interest to students, researchers and academics studying Event Management, Sport Management and Sport Tourism.

Download or read book The Political Economy of Sports Television written by William M. Kunz and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-04-23 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing from theories of the political economy of communication, this book offers readers a comprehensive data-rich assessment of contemporary sports television and its evolution. Providing an in-depth look at the ownership and regulation of sports television in the United States, William M. Kunz analyzes a range of platforms, networks, and sports, with particular focus on the way ownership has become concentrated in five conglomerates: AT&T, CBS, Comcast, Disney and Fox. The end result of years of media consolidation is that broadcast networks are now married to cable and streaming services under a single conglomerate, which has implications for the cost of contracts and the negotiation of distribution deals. Examining multiple platforms, networks and sports in an all-inclusive manner, this volume documents the evolution and current state of affairs of sports television. With historic and current data on rights fees for sports television leagues and events as well as carriage fees and subscription levels for sports-related cable and satellite services, this comparative study offers critical information for students and scholars conducting research on sports television.

Download or read book The Adrenaline Junkie s Bucket List written by Christopher Van Tilburg and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2013-07-16 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An ultimate guide for the outdoor and sports enthusiasts seeking out the world's most fantastic adventures. The book runs the gamut of water, mountain and hiking sports for all skill levels from beginners to experts.

Download or read book Trail Tested written by Justin Lichter and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-12-07 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Justin Lichter, a.k.a. Trauma, divulges hundreds of valuable tips and advice based on his more than 35,000 miles of hiking across the country and beyond. Trail Tested is a comprehensive guide to hiking and backpacking. Whether you're a new hiker looking for expert advice, an experienced hiker looking to hone your skills, or a thru-hiker gearing up for a 6-month trip, this book is packed with priceless information to make your trip a successful and comfortable one. Vibrant images from Trauma's treks will entice all readers of all skill levels to get out and enjoy the backcountry. You'll learn why getting the right gear and learning outdoor skills are integral to making the most out of your next backpacking trip. Some topics included in this guide are: * Gear advice, including backpacks, sleeping bags, tents, ultralight shetlers, and clothing * Gear maintenance and repair * Ultralight tips for novices to gram-counters * Low-impact camping and hiking * Campsite selection * Hiking with dogs * Navigating the backcountry * Winter camping * First aid * Weather forecasting * Advanced techniques for creating routes, cross-country hiking, fording rivers, multi-sport adventures, and animal encounters

Download or read book Triathlon Training Handbook written by Terri Schneider and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2018-02-27 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The comprehensive guide to achieving your triathlon goals through a three-stage fitness training program. Combining running, swimming and biking-specific exercises with complementary endurance and strength training, The Triathlon Training Handbook approach emphasizes targeted fitness milestones alongside proper recovery. These workouts provide easy-to-follow programs divided weekly and by level (beginner, intermediate, advanced). • PROVEN TECHNIQUES FOR STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE. Combining proven strength and endurance training routines with specific skill programs, The Triathlon Training Handbook lets you push your body to reach its full potential--getting the results you want while avoiding stress-based injury and unwanted setbacks. • EASY-TO-FOLLOW WORKOUT PLANS. With workouts perfect for anyone from beginners to experts, The Triathlon Training Handbook allows people to jump right in at their personal fitness level, making the workouts quick and easy to include in your existing routines. • ONLINE SUPPORT THROUGH GETFITNOW PLATFORM. Comprehensive online support via social media, community forums, and website featuring additional content such as exclusive exercise videos, nutritional tips, live updates from authors, and more. • EXPERT PRESENTATION GUARANTEES RESULTS. The Triathlon Training Handbook takes all of support and expert guidance of a dedicated personal trainer--and puts it right in your hands. Training tips and expert notes are included, as well as a training journal where you can log your progress.