Getting Fit By Aiming High

April 19, 2012

5k, 10k, marathon, triathlon, oh my! It’s getting to be that time of year again when everyone seems to be using an athletic event to raise money or encourage fitness. This year I plan to challenge myself with a few races, including a triathlon. People may think I am crazy for committing to training for a race that includes swimming, biking, and running, but I like to think I am up for the challenge. I have armed myself with books on how to train and prepare for a triathlon. All from my local library! Challenge yourself this year and make a goal of trying something new with your fitness. If you need some help finding an event, check out Active.com. Whether it be a 1 mile walk for charity or a full Iron Man, your library can provide you with great information on how to get ready for your challenge!

You might try some of these resources for your own fitness:

Be Your Best at Triathlon by Steve Trew
The Ultimate Runner : Stories and Advice to Keep You Moving by Tom Green
Run for Life: the Anti-Aging, Anti-Injury, Super-Fitness Plan to Keep You Running to 100 by Roy M. Wallack
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 by Scott Barrios
Walk Away the Pounds: Thirty Minute Walk [Videorecording] by Leslie Sansone
Walking Fit by Rose Leach
Walk Off Weight: Burn 3 Times More Fat with This Proven Program by Michele Stanten

Christen R.
Boardwalk Branch