The Road Cycling Performance Manual

Aimed at cyclists who take their riding seriously, The Road Cycling Performance Manual disseminates the most up-to-date training approaches ­­­­- based on the latest sports-science thinking and the work of the elite cycling teams - to help riders reach their peak level and improve their overall performance.

Written by leading cycling journalist and former Masters Team Pursuit World Champion Nikalas Cook, this authoritative and insightful book provides cyclists with everything they need to know to train and perform at their highest level.

Featuring the latest research and practical advice, including the importance of getting the fundamentals of bike set-up, equipment selection and nutrition correct, this expert guide will lead to dramatic improvements to training times and ride performance.

Complete with exclusive contributions from leading cyclists and team coaches from the world of cycling, The Road Cycling Performance Manual will provide riders with the competitive advantage to ensure they move up the race field.

Autorentext

Nikalas Cook is a highly respected cycling journalist and author. He is also a former age-group duathlon World Champion and Masters Team Pursuit World Champion. Since 2012, he has written content for British Cycling, working with elite athletes and the support staff of the highly successful Great Britain Cycling Team. He has contributed to a number of leading publications the Times, Daily Mail Lifestyle, FT, Men's Fitness, Red, Trek and Mountain Magazine, Ultra-Fit, GQ, 220 Triathlon, Cycling Plus, Men's Running, Runners World, Trail Runner and Outdoor Fitness. He is the author of two books: Marathon Training: Get to the Start Line Strong and Injury Free and The Peak District Trail Running Guide.

Nikalas Cook has also worked on a number of Bloomsbury titles including Bike Fit, Strength and Conditioning for Cyclists and Fuelling the Cycling Revolution.

Klappentext

Aimed at experienced cyclists who take their riding seriously, The Road Cycling Performance Manual disseminates the most up-to-date training approaches - based on the latest sports-science thinking and the work of the elite cycling teams - to help riders reach their peak level and improve their overall performance.

Written by leading cyclist journalist and former Masters Team Pursuit World Champion Nikalas Cook, this authoritative and insightful illustrated book provides cyclists with everything they need to know to train and perform at their highest level. Featuring the latest research and practical advice, The Road Cycling Performance Manual emphasizes the importance of getting the fundamentals of bike set-up, kit selection, technique, pacing, recovery and nutrition correct as this will lead to the most dramatic improvements to training times and ride performance.

Complete with exclusive contributions from leading cyclists and team coaches from the world of cycling, The Road Cycling Performance Manual will provide riders with the competitive advantage to ensure they move up the race field.

Zusammenfassung
Aimed at experienced cyclists who take their riding seriously, The Road Cycling Performance Manual disseminates the most up-to-date training approaches ----- based on the latest sports-science thinking and the work of the elite cycling teams - to help riders reach their peak level and improve their overall performance. Written by leading cyclist journalist and former Masters Team Pursuit World Champion Nikalas Cook, this authoritative and insightful illustrated book provides cyclists with everything they need to know to train and perform at their highest level. Featuring the latest research and practical advice, The Road Cycling Performance Manual emphasizes the importance of getting the fundamentals of bike set-up, kit selection, technique, pacing, recovery and nutrition correct as this will lead to the most dramatic improvements to training times and ride performance.Complete with exclusive contributions from leading cyclists and team coaches from the world of cycling, The Road Cycling Performance Manual will provide riders with the competitive advantage to ensure they move up the race field.