Triathlon Training Series contains 5 discs each with its own focus: swim, bike, run, of course, and there is also one disc dedicated to strength and another on the basics of the sport. All of them are great. The series is hosted by Ian Murray, a leader in triathlon development and USAT Level 3 Certified Coach. Each section is lead by different triathlon coaches who specialize in each field. Each disc has a logical progression of information and skill development that is easy to understand and delivered in a clear and comprehensive manner. There is a "how & why" behind every drill and every exercise. This series was designed to serve beginners and intermediates but there are tons of things to be learned by advanced athletes as well. The production value is state of the art and there are some hidden surprises too: many added features and each disc is also a DVD ROM that can be put in any computer to print out programs for swim/bike/run/strength workouts and even training plans for the whole season. A brilliant DVD that basically empowers each athlete to be their own coach.

In summary, here are several reasons that make Triathlon Training Series our #1 recommendation:

1. Comprehensive training that is perfect for beginners and intermediates. 2. Easy to understand training from certified, expert coaches. 3. Workout and training plans for the whole season. 4. Excellent reviews from Triathlete Magazine and Insider Triathlon Magazine.

This DVD series also contains 5 discs and they also focus on swim, bike, run, strength and there's a "Getting Started" disc. There's value here for elite level athletes but less so for intermediates and a real stretch for beginners. This series speaks more to the highest end of our sport; the draft legal format of triathlon that is done at the Olympics. The discs show elite athletes training with elite level coaches and much of it at the Olympic training center. Many of the drills require two people, either a coach or training partner to assist in the training.

This DVD is primarily a lecture series about triathlon. It focuses on the training principles and methods used by elite athletes. The running time is immense with over 9 hours of production. Swim, bike and run are topics covered but this DVD also touches on aspects of psychology with notes on mental preparedness. Nutrition, time management and more.