Product Description

The fourth volume in this acclaimed series, Road Cycling concentrates on the techniques of conditioning, road cycling biomechanics, nutrition and hydration, trauma, and the various medical problems encountered by the competitive road cyclist.

Edited by two of the world′s leading authorities, this new book draws together expertise from contributors from The Netherlands, Italy, and the United States to present an authoritative reference for all those actively involved in the sport.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #343339 in Books
• Published on: 2000-03
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 144 pages

Review
‘Anyone interested in competitive road cycling will benefit from this text because it is concise and easy to read, providing “what is known” about optimum training and other nutrition needs.’ Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy

From the Back Cover
Presented in a clear, didactic style, this new addition to the Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science series, focuses on the techniques of conditioning, road cycling biomechanics, nutrition and hydration for road cycling, trauma, and other medical problems encountered by the competitive road cyclist. Edited by two leading world authorities, Road Cycling draws together expertise from France (from the Federation Francaise de Cyclisme), Holland, Italy and the United States (from the US Olympic Training Center) to present an authoritative reference for all those actively involved in the sport.

The Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science is an ongoing series of specialist reference volumes, published under the auspices of the International Olympic Committee, designed specifically for the use of team coaches who have academic preparation in the basic sciences, medical doctors, physical therapists, competitors and related other health professionals.

Customer Reviews

ESSENTIAL
this book is theonly cycling book i have seen in the last 10 years to tell you not only what ot do but why! it makes genuinley interesting reading and is a must for any exercise proffesional or even cycling competitor. it delves deeper into physiology and biomechanics than many specific books and will genuinley teach you something. all in all the only cycling (or even physiology) book i would recomend

UCI LEGAL !
If you are looking for, or expecting a training manual on cycling workouts, this isn't it ! Although it does "touch" on training, it is in no way a "get fit quick" manual, that you regularily see. The book deals with biomechanics (pedalling etc), and how the body/muscles work. Written by Francesco Conconi, it goes more in depth than any book written on cycling sports science. Some interesting stuff on aerodynamics and nutrition. Worth a look !