Ironman 70.3: Training for the Middle Distance (Ironman Edition)

As much as it pains me to say this (I'm a fan of other books in the Ironman sponsored/endorsed/branded series) do not purchase this book. It appears to be a translation of a European book, but the translation was not done well. For example the distanes referred to in the book are often incorrect such as referring to a 14.1 mile run. The book contains no information beyond mere platitudes and will be of little use to anyone who has any triathlon experience. If you are looking for a useful book on the topic of 70.3, I would check out Tom Rodger's book -- The Perfect Distance: Training for Long Course Triathlons.

I actually using this book as my bedside book. Easy to read and understand. The best thing its the concept of training by stage. Highly recommended

This book is awful. I used the ironman 140.6 book for my first ironman with lovely results. It was clear cut, easy to read and follow, and even humorous. This book is nothing like that. It's a convoluted mess. Don't bother with this book, I look forward to getting rid of it. What a waste of money

Great tips, especially for newcomer to the 70.3 distance or athlete who has tried one or two and needs coaching. Training plans are especially helpful.

This book is hilariously bad. The issues are likely due to poor translating. Ironically the liner notes say that Ash is known for his 'famously clear writing' but even his bio blurb is confusing and poorly translated.Im disappointed because i had high hopes. There are short course guides and long course guides but i havent found a great middle distance book. The bottom line is that this book is not usable/readable in its current form and anyone looking for a middle distance training guide should look elsewhere.UPDATE:Ive been using "The Perfect Distance" by Tom Rodgers as a Half-Distance reference. Check it out if youre looking for a good middle distance tri book.

This book is hilariously bad. The issues are likely due to poor translating. Ironically the liner notes say that Ash is known for his 'famously clear writing' but even his bio blurb is confusing and poorly translated.Im disappointed because i had high hopes. There are short course guides and long course guides but i havent found a great middle distance book. The bottom line is that this book is not usable/readable in its current form and anyone looking for a middle distance training guide should look elsewhere.UPDATE:Ive been using "The Perfect Distance" by Tom Rodgers as a Half-Distance reference. Check it out if youre looking for a good middle distance tri book.

Very helpful information for your first half ironman. I have done 2 now and have used the book to help me train through both of them. I would definitely encourage the purchase of this book!

It is a very good book for beginners.Since I am a trainer, I was expecting more of a methodological book, with more precise scientific vocabulary.I am doing the program from the book and we will see in 6 months.4:30 is the goal.:))See yaaa

Very detailed and helpful, good plans, swimming technique, nutrition advice and race tips too. Great for first half ironman. Recommended.

This is a very good book for beginners. I found a lot of advice on the approach - how to start the training, very useful training plans.

Very informative resource for the beginner tri-athlete.

War für mich ideal, der nach einigen Jahren der Pause den Wiedereinstieg im Triathlon sucht. Vieles wurde aufgefrischt bzw. bestätigt. Zusätzlich hilfreich ist die Ausrichtung auf einen 70.3 Ironman, der bei mir auch das Jahresziel darstellt.Super empfand ich die "Basistrainingspläne" für verschiedene Leistungskategorien (Einsteiger, Ambitionierte, Leistungsorientierte Triathleten). Dies ließ sich als Basis sehr gut heranziehen.Ansonsten werden alle wesentlichen interessanten Themen angesprochen und mit spannend zu lesenden Erfahrungsgeschichten abgerundet. Das Buch lässt sich super lesen und ist äußerst verständlich und extrem motivierend geschrieben.Ich kann das Buch uneingeschränkt empfehlen, quasi als "Allrounder Info" rund um den 70.3 Triathlon, dazu kann man ja dann entsprechend vertiefen, wo man mag (Schwimmen, Radfahren, Laufen, Ernährung, ...).