Triathlon Books
Transformed by Triathlon: The Making of an Improbable Athlete - A self-described ordinary woman decides to train for a triathlon
Triathon 101 - “Spare yourself the trial-and-error experiences that discourage many from the sport. Be a smart triathlete from the start. Take the best course available for developing multisport athletes—Triathlon 101.”
The 12-Week Triathlete: Train for a Triathlon in Just Three Months - “Gives the most exciting, encouraging, and up-to-date exercise information for the fitness enthusiast. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned triathlete, this book offers a complete program that will help you strengthen, tone-up, and both physically and mentally prepare for the big day.”
Triathloning for Ordinary Mortals - “Chances are that you're experienced in only one, maybe two sports. How do you incorporate the others? Steven Jones, M.D., a professor of preventive medicine and a successful triathlete, has all the answers and reassurances you'll need in his down-to-earth book.”
Slow Fat Triathlete: Live Your Athletic Dreams in the Body You Have Now - “An inspiring, witty, and wonderfully written story that athletes of all levels can relate to.... A chuckle on every page!.”
Triathlete Magazine - “Since 1983, Triathlete Magazine has been the voice of triathlon worldwide. Our mission has been to inspire, educate and motivate triathletes of all levels to not only achieve their athletic goals but to obtain a healthier, richer lifestyle.”
Triathlon Sites
Set Up Events Calendar - “Events are grouped by series: North Carolina Triathlon Series, South Carolina Triathlon Series, Virginia Triathlon Series and TrySports Triathlon Development Series. The fifth category of events are referred to as Other Events. These events are simply not part of any of the four series mentioned above and include events that are fully produced by Set Up Events and those that are only timed by Set Up Events.”
BeginnerTriathlete.com - “With a large library of articles, a superb training log, a busy online forum, great members and several training plans, BeginnerTriathlete.com has all the necessary tools to provide people with the information and motivation to get out the door and begin training today.”
HulaMan.com - “If you like to swim, bike and run and have ever thought about doing all three sports competitively or just for fun, then this site will help you become a better triathlete.”
Give It a Tri – Active.com - “From Sprint to Ironman, we've got all your questions covered in our one-stop swim/bike/run section for first-timers.”
USA Triathlon Mid-Atlantic Region - “Working on programs which will help to involve our members actively in the growth and development of USAT Mid-Atlantic with your participation for fun and competitive excellence.”
USA Triathlon National Organization - “Being a member of USA Triathlon not only allows you to join more than 100,000 other like-minded multisport enthusiasts, you get access to great benefits provided by USAT and our corporate partners.”
2008 Race Events in Virginia - TriFind.com lists triathlons, other multi-sports events, and events in other states
Multi-Sports in the New River Valley and Surrounding Areas
Virginia Tech Triathlon Club - “An organization that provides recreation for student-athletes with a desire to learn the sport of triathlon. The club also offers a means for more serious triathletes to better themselves through intercollegiate competition. The club is open to all able undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled as a student at Virginia Tech.”
New River Valley Bicycle Association - “The New River Valley Bicycling Association (“NRVBA”) is dedicated to providing bicycle activities to promote health, recreation, and transportation and working through education and advocacy to promote a more bicycle friendly environment.”
Blacksburg Master’s Swimming - “Blacksburg Masters Swimming is a program for masters swimmers, both fitness and competitive. Coached practices are held at the War Memorial Gym Pool at Virginia Tech University.”
Blacksburg Striders - “The Blacksburg Striders running club, located in Blacksburg, Virginia, provides community involvement and a source of camaraderie for local runners to enjoy group events, races, social activities and community service in the context of our sport.”
Champs Running Club - "The Champs Running Club is open to the Blacksburg and Virginia Tech Community. Runners and walkers of any skill level are welcome to join with us as we strive to be healthier Hokies."
Roanoke Triathlon Club - “The Roanoke Valley Triathlon Club is a group of individuals interested in assisting others in training for triathlons and promoting triathlon training activities as well as events in the Roanoke area. Located 30 miles from the New River Valley.”
Blue Ridge Bicycle Club - Roanoke - “The purposes of The Blue Ridge Bicycle Club, Inc. are to promote and encourage the use of the bicycle for transportation and recreation in southwest Virginia; to support the rights of cyclists; to provide information in the interest of bicycling safety; and to promote competitive cycling.”
iPlayOutside.com - “We are an online magazine (e-zine) that provides content about outdoor events in Appalachia.”
