Track and field sports, athletics Books

Since the outstanding success of his New Zealand athletes Snell, Halberg, and Magee at the 1960 Rome Olympics, Arthur Lydiard's name has been synonymous with the best training methods used by the world's top middle- and long-distance runners. Arthur...

The training journal that will help triatheletes go the distance!Triatheletes will find this spiral-bound diary the perfect tool to track and monitor their multi-sport training and conditioning progress. It's filled with instructional photos and...

Shaping up for a triathlon is serious business. Triathlon Training For Dummies is packed with insider tips and proven methods for training for a triathlon and pumping yourself into the best possible shape by race day. It helps you find the motivation you...

In Triathlon Swimming, the world's leading open-water swimming coach, Gerry Rodrigues, reveals his rigorous method to mastering triathlon swimming technique. Triathlon swimming is different from pool swimming. Over his lifetime of over 100...

Training and Racing with a Power Meter brings the advanced power-based training techniques of elite cyclists and triathletes to everyone.A power meter can unlock more speed and endurance than any other training tool - for those who understand how to...

Spend two hours with Pete Magill's Fast 5K and you'll know how to run your fastest 5K.In his fast-paced, ultimate guide to 5K running races, celebrated running coach Pete Magill reveals the 25 crucial keys to setting your next 5K PR. Magill shares...

The Triathlete's Training Bible is the bestselling and most comprehensive guide for aspiring and experienced triathletes.Joe Friel is the most trusted coach in the world and his proven triathlon training program has helped hundreds of thousands find...

"Funny, wise and warm. Lace up, girls!"-Kathrine Switzer, author, Marathon Woman. "Motivates, inspires, and celebrates what it means to be a female athlete. It reminds and prepares us to be the best version of ourselves."-Christie Pearce Rampone, former...

How to stay motivated and keep running for the rest of your life Baby boomer may be slower than they once were, but they show no signs of slowing down. Inspiring and insightful, here is the perfect read for every one of them. Lifelong runner Gail Waesche...

"This is a story you'll love and never forget."-Christopher McDougall, author, Born to Run and Natural Born HeroesAside from her rock star looks, Catra Corbett is a standout in the running world on her accomplishments alone. Catra is the first American...

Praise for the work of Peter Larson "Larson presents a wealth of balanced info on the raging debate over proper running form and minimalist running shoes." -Erin Beresini, Outside Online "Peter Larson is both a scientist and a realist when it comes to...

Taking readers on an exciting journey around the world, The Bucket List: Run contains 1,000 entries detailing the world's best races, routes and locations to run, alongside impressive full-colour photography and race stats. Written by running experts...

The incredible true story of the author's remarkable transformation, at the age of 40, from out-of-shape average Joe into one of the world's best endurance athletes. On the eve of his 40th birthday, Rich Roll was in bad shape. His days were filled with...

Grab your trainers and get ready to run around the world! Take a loop around stunning Lake Bled, jog along a section of China's famous Great Wall or tackle the historic Boston Marathon: Run celebrates 100 of the world's most amazing races and routes...