Gymnastic Classes

I have seen gymnasts benefit from the general strength exercises such as push ups, but when it comes time to perform certain skills the gymnast’s muscles are not always prepared, accustomed to the sequence of movements for the skills, or strong enough in each position required to safely complete the skill. Gymnasts really need a variety of training to include sport specific training besides general strength conditioning in order to more closely simulate the skills in our sport. For example, many straight arm exercises such as the front lateral raise, press handstand, or planche drills more closely simulate gymnastics skills than bent arm exercises such as the push up, bench press, or reverse dips. Here is one straight arm exercise that has helped many gymnasts strengthen their chest, shoulders, and back muscles, becoming stronger in two very important motions. Since the gymnast often must be able to open and close the shoulder angle during skills on uneven bars, I have included a very …

Going Long: Training for Ironman-Distance Triathlons (Ultrafit Multisport Training Series)

Customer Review: Great book
This book is very informative and helpful to those making the transition to Half and Ironman distance tri’s. I would have given this book a five star if I didn’t already have Gale Bernhardt’s training plans for multisport athletes. All the info in Going long is in Gale’s book. They obviously consulted one another when writing their respective books. I recommend Gale’s book if you plan on doing different distance Tri’s. Joe’s book is more specific to the Ironman distance athlete. Good luck and always ride with a tailwind.
Customer Review: If you want to go for the long distance - it will help you to suffer with style
Going Long: Training for Ironman-Distance Triathlons (Ultrafit Multisport Training Series)
is a superb book for any athlete (beginner or pro)! Specially I liked the chapter about the mental training for the Ironman competition. I only can recommend it! Happy training!