The Cyclist's Training Manual: Fitness and Skills for Every Rider

The Cyclist's Training Manual is the definitive guide to fitness for cycling, suitable for everyone from complete beginners looking to build fitness for their first charity event through to experienced cyclists looking to improve competitive performance. Starting with the basic components of fitness, this step-by-step handbook will guide you through everything you need to know to train and compete at your best, including: - how to organise your training, training methods, nutrition, health - how to avoid the most common cycling injuries - specialised training programmes and techniques for all cycling disciplines, such as road racing, time trials, mountain biking, sprint rides and challenge rides - specific advice for novices, juniors, women and veterans - Quotes, tips and Q&A sessions from leading cyclists and team coaches. Let The Cyclist's Training Manual be your ultimate companion for unlocking your fitness potential.