Manual Outline for the ITCA Triathlon Coach Certification

Triathlon Program Outline- MAIN

• What is a Triathlon Coach
• History of sport
• Philosophy
• Evaluating
• Assessing
• Communicating
• Implementing
• Reviewing
• Physiology
• What is Exercise Physiology
• Kinetic Chain
• Energy and Adenosine Triphosphate
• Aerobic and Anearobic Energy Systems
• Cardiovascular System
• Respiratory System
• Muscular System
• Skeletal System
• Nervous System
• Altitude Training
• Functional Anatomy & Kinesiology
• Biomechanics
• Nutrition
• Race Nutrition

b. Product Comparisons

• Training Fundamentals
• Effective Participation
• Multilateral Progression
• Specialization
• Differentiating
• Modification
• Simulation workouts
• Gradual Progression
• Training Variables
• Volume or Duration
• Intensity (HR included)
• Frequency
• Planning a Race Year
• Season Goals
• Training Hours
• Periods
• Annual Training Program
• Periodization
• Preparatory Period
• Competitive
• Transition
• Races
• Peak & Taper
• Assign Hours a week

• Planning a Week
• Sports Specific Skills & Training – SWIM
• Skills
• Drills
• Sample Workouts
• Sports Specific Skills & Training –BIKE
• Skills
• Drills
• Sample Workouts
• Sports Specific Skills & Training – RUN
• Skills
• Drills
• Sample workouts
• Triathlon Specific-

a. Transitions

• Strength Training
• Supreme or Maximum Strength
• Power
• Muscular Endurance
• Maintenance
• Stretching & Flexibility
• Foundations
• Types of stretching
• Warm up & cool down
• Joint ROM & stability

17. Injury Prevention

a. Main Causes of Injuries

b. Overtraining

c. Exercise related Problems & Symptoms

18. Pilates for Triathletes

19. Rest & Recovery

a. Active Recovery

b. Massage

c. Natural Means

20. Legal & Ethical Issues & Rules

21. Business Model

Remember: Our comprehensive triathlon coach training program also includes hours of instructional online videos, online and phone support, and business forms to get your on track fast!