Training for the new alpinism : a manual for the climber as athlete /
House, Steve,1970-author.
Johnston, Scott,1953-author.
Brooks, Erik,1972-illustrator.
Dutton, John,editor.
Applying training practices from other endurance sports, the authors demonstrate that following a carefully designed regimen is as effective for alpinism as it is for any other endurance sport and leads to better performance. They deliver detailed instruction on how to plan and execute training tailored to your individual circumstances, translating training theory into practice to allow you to coach yourself to any mountaineering goal.--Publisher.
Includes bibliographical references, glossary and index.
The methodology and physiology of endurance training -- Planning your training -- Tools for training -- Train, practice, climb.
Applying training practices from other endurance sports, the authors demonstrate that following a carefully designed regimen is as effective for alpinism as it is for any other endurance sport and leads to better performance. They deliver detailed instruction on how to plan and execute training tailored to your individual circumstances, translating training theory into practice to allow you to coach yourself to any mountaineering goal.--Publisher.
Mountaineering
Rock climbing
Endurance sports
Mountaineers
Athletes
Physical fitness.