A user's guide to the most cutting edge knowledge in cycling science. If you're a keen cyclist but want to know more about the science behind the bike, this is the book for you. Get the practical application of this knowledge to give you the performance edge and put you ahead of the peleton. The Science of Cycling is written by world renowned cycling authors alongside scientists working at the cutting edge of cycling research. Learn about: the latest training methodologies; how to implement pacing strategies; optimising nutrition; how to effectively set up your bike; and how to mentally prepare for optimal performance. Whether you are a novice or pro cyclist, The Science of Cycling Performance is the essential user's guide to guarantee you reach your full potential.
Author(s): James Hopker; Simon Jobson
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Year: 2012
Language: English
Pages: 336
City: London
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD
PREFACE
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
SECTION A: WHAT IS CYCLING? THE PHYSIOLOGICAL DEMANDS OF CYCLE SPORT
CHAPTER 1: THE PHYSIOLOGICAL DEMANDS OF ROAD CYCLING
CHAPTER 2: THE PHYSIOLOGICAL DEMANDS OF OFF-ROAD CYCLING DISCIPLINES
CROSS-COUNTRY MOUNTAIN BIKING
CYCLO-CROSS
BICYCLE MOTORCROSS (BMX)
SECTION B: HOW DO I COMPARE? PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
CHAPTER 3: LABORATORY AND FIELD ASSESSMENT OF CYCLING ABILITY
SECTION C: HOW DO I IMPROVE? TRAINING FOR CYCLING PERFORMANCE
CHAPTER 4: TRAINING METHODOLOGY AND PERIODISATION FOR CYCLING
CHAPTER 5: TRAINING WITH HEART RATE AND POWER
CHAPTER 6: HOW TO USE CYCLING TRAINING DATA
CHAPTER 7: STRENGTH TRAINING FOR IMPROVED CYCLING PERFORMANCE
SECTION D: HOW DO I GET THE BEST OUT OF MY BIKE? THE BIOMECHANICS OF CYCLING
CHAPTER 8: BIKE FIT AND AERODYNAMICS
CHAPTER 9: PEDALLING MECHANICS AND PERFORMANCE OPTIMISATION
SECTION E: HOW DO I GET IN THE RIGHT FRAME OF MIND? THE PSYCHOLOGY OF CYCLING
CHAPTER 10: SPORT PSYCHOLOGY AND CYCLING: THE MIND–BODY RELATIONSHIP
CHAPTER 11: THE PSYCHOLOGY OF CYCLE TRAINING AND COMPETITION: A BRIEF INTRODUCTION
SECTION F: WHAT DO I NEED TO EAT AND DRINK DURING TRAINING AND COMPETITION? NUTRITION FOR CYCLING
CHAPTER 12: NUTRITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR OPTIMAL CYCLING PERFORMANCE
CHAPTER 13: ERGOGENIC AIDS
SECTION G: HOW SHOULD I RACE?
CHAPTER 14: PACING STRATEGIES FOR CYCLING
SECTION H: ARE THERE ANY POPULATION-SPECIFIC CONSIDERATIONS FOR TRAINING AND RACING?
CHAPTER 15: THE FEMALE CYCLIST
CHAPTER 16: THE DISABILITY/PARALYMPIC CYCLIST
CHAPTER 17: THE AGEING CYCLIST
SECTION I: HOW DO I GET THE MOST OUT OF COACHING? THE COACH–ATHLETE RELATIONSHIP
CHAPTER 18: COACH–ATHLETE RELATIONSHIPS
SECTION J: WHAT ARE THE MEDICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN CYCLING?
CHAPTER 19: CYCLING INJURIES, PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT
CHAPTER 20: THE FIGHT AGAINST DOPING IN CYCLING
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