Triathlon Resources

By: Source: AARP.org Date Posted: 2004-06-23 15:37:00-04:00

AllTriathlon.com
Triathlon training plans, programs and resources. Personalized training plans, for beginner, intermediate and advanced triathletes.

USA Triathlon (USAT)
Triathlon news and information, a calendar of USAT-sanctioned triathlon events and a rulebook outlining conduct and competitive rules for triathlons

International Triathlon Union (ITU)
News, events, athlete profiles, world rankings, sponsor information and a media room

Triathlete Magazine
Training and nutrition information and a calendar of events

Triathlon Books

  • "Triathlete Magazine's Essential Week-By-Week Training Guide: Plans, Scheduling Tips, and Workout Goals for Triathletes of All Levels" Matt Fitzgerald, Triathlete Magazine, April 2006
  • "Triathlons for Women"
    Sally Edwards, VeloPress, 2002
  • "Training Plans for Multisport Athletes"
    Gale Bernhardt, Velo Press, December 2000
  • "Triathloning for Ordinary Mortals"
    Steve Jonas, Virginia Aronson, W.W. Norton & Company, April 1999

Cycling

Cycling Websites & Organizations

Bicycling
"Bicycling Magazine" offering information on training, events and gear

League of American Bicyclists
On-bike stretches and exercises; where to find a biking education class or event in your area; and information on buying a bike, bike clothing and gear, bike maintenance, commuting, road safety, advanced cycling and emergency maneuvers

United States Cycling Federation (USCF)
USCF rulebook and information on coaching programs and local, regional and national races and events, including national championship events

Books on Cycling

  • "Bicycling Magazine's 1000 All-Time Best Tips: Top Riders Share Their Secrets to Maximize Fun, Safety, and Performance"
    Ben Hewitt (Editor), Rodale Press, Incorporated, June 2005
  • "Cycling past 50"
    Joe Friel, Human Kinetics Publishers, May 1998

Running

Running Organizations & Websites

ChiRunning
Learn to run pain free. Train to run 10k, marathon, 50k, trail running, ultra-distance, and more by combining modern physics with the ancient wisdom of T'ai Chi.

The Runner's Web
Articles, interactive tools and calendars of events for triathlons, duathlons, half-marathons, marathons, 5Ks, fun runs and walks

Road Runners Club Of America
Articles on training, competing and other aspects of running; information on finding a running coach; safety tips for women runners; and an events calendar and map of running, walking and fitness events

Books on Running

  • "ChiRunning: A Revolutionary Approach to Effortless, Injury-Free Running"
    Danny Dreyer, Katherine Dreyer, Simon & Schuster Adult Publishing Group, April 2004
  • "Galloway's Book on Running"
    Jeff Galloway, Shelter Publications, Inc., February 2002
  • "Runner's World Complete Book of Women's Running: The Best Advice to Get Started, Stay Motivated, Lose Weight, Run Injury-Free, Be Safe, and Train for Any Distance"

Swimming

Swimming Organizations & Websites

United States Masters Swimming (USMS)
Discussion forums and information on workouts, workshops, training, coaching, places to swim, clinics, competition, rules, fitness, news and events

USA Swimming
Information on swim clubs and events, as well as news from the national governing body of the sport of swimming

Books on Swimming

  • "Total Immersion: The Revolutionary Way To Swim Better, Faster, and Easier"
    Terry Laughlin, John Delves, John Delves (With), Simon & Schuster, May 2002
  • "Workouts in a Binder: Swim Workouts for Triathletes"
    Gale Bernhardt, Nick Hansen, Nick Hansen., VeloPress, October 2002

General Fitness Organizations

  • American Council on Exercise
    The American Council on Exercise (ACE) promotes active lifestyles and has fitness tips and resources to help you find a trainer that meets your needs
  • American College of Sports Medicine
    Resources for professionals and the general public
  • Active Aging Partnership
    Aging tips, exercise success stories, a discussion board and a list of fitness publications you can order
  • Fifty-Plus Lifelong Fitness Association Fitness - Articles, answers about your physical and mental health and a list of upcoming fitness events around the country
  • Huntsman World Senior Games
    Find everything you need to know to participate in the World Senior Games. The games have been held every year for the past 18 years and feature 22 events for men and women age 50 and older.
  • National Masters News
    Everything you need on national masters information, including event schedule information, sports medicine information and articles on race-walking, weight events and running
  • National Senior Games Association
    Get information on the Summer and Winter National Senior Games - also known as the Senior Olympics. You'll also find information on state summer and winter games, as well as the Senior Olympics Hockey Championships.
  • USA Track & Field
    Information on national championship events, Olympic trials, USA Running Circuit, marathons, race walking and more.

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