Renaissance Triathlete: Enjoying Sport as an Older Athlete, Managing Mind and Body

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Douglas Wood

Renaissance Triathlete

Enjoying Sport as an Older Athlete, Managing Mind and Body

Douglas Wood

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Hullo Creative Ltd
24 November 2020

Autobiography: sport; Sports injuries & medicine; Multidiscipline sports

A compelling account of sport after 70 that gives an inspiring message for athletes of all disciplines. Renaissance Triathlete encapsulates the thrill, excitement and lifestyle delivered through sport at any age.

Having competed in triathlons around the world, the author combines reflections, anecdotes and practical experiences of his route into triathlon. From starting out to entering into the ranks of competitive age group racing, he charts his inspiring journey.

Whether you're new to the sport of triathlon or you're driven to search and achieve your own personal best, here you will discover the mindset you need. For everyone - younger or advancing in age - true enjoyment of sport is gained from achieving the best performance within the context of your capabilities.

Renaissance Triathlete addresses the physical and mental challenges the older athlete will face. It explores how you can learn to get the best out of yourself as capabilities change, compensating for slowing down in some areas by making improvements in others. Whatever your ability or experience it's possible to look ahead, keep going and enjoy sport.

While there's something here for athletes of all ages and stages, this book will particularly appeal to anyone over 50 who is into sport.

By: Douglas Wood
Imprint: Hullo Creative Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
ISBN: 9780993536687
ISBN 10: 0993536689
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 24 November 2020
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Douglas Wood was born in Edinburgh and has always been a runner. He followed a career in university administration before retiring and pursuing his passion for triathlon, becoming a coach and competing in events all over the world. Since retiring he has won Scottish Age Group titles in triathlon and aquathlon and has represented GB in European and World Age Group Championships on many occasions. In 2012 he received the 'Master Sportsperson of the Year' award from Stirling Sports Council. He enjoys sport and helping others to get the best out of themselves. On other fronts he is a keen photographer, enjoys travel and exploring, and appreciates art and good music. His love of the Scottish hills and wild places led him to climb every peak in Scotland over 3,000 feet. Douglas and his wife live in Stirling in Scotland. They have a grown-up family and grandchildren.

Reviews for Renaissance Triathlete: Enjoying Sport as an Older Athlete, Managing Mind and Body

"""Entertaining and enlightening. A good book for those into sport past the age of fifty."" Paul Sinton-Hewitt, parkrun Founder, Ashoka Fellow, FRSA ""Brings out the enjoyment and satisfaction in just doing it - not all victories require you to cross the finishing line first!"" Mike Smallwood, four times ITU World Age Group Champion ""There's something here for athletes of all ages and stages. The drive and commitment through advancing age is an inspiration."" Catriona Morrison, four times ITU World Duathlon Champion ""Perfectly encapsulates the thrill, excitement and healthier happier lifestyle delivered through sport, at any age."" Graham Coull, the 'voice' of triathlon in Scotland"