The cordee your first triathlon 2nd edition joe friel is the top coach in triathlon and his book your first triathlon is the best selling book for beginner triathletes this clear and comprehensive book makes preparing for sprint and olympic triathlons simple and stress free joe friel39s practical training plan takes fewer than 5 hours a week giving aspiring triathletes the confidence and fitness to enjoy their first race your first triathlon offers a 12 week training plan