Overview

"Avid cyclists ride on average 150-200 days per year for up to 3-4 hours a day. With its low impact on the joints and high caloric burn rate, cycling is a great choice for anyone wanting to get (and stay) in shape. It is accessible to all fitness levels and allows for easy progression. At all levels, cycling demands extreme physical effort and stamina to power the bicycle and to maintain correct form and speed, especially if for an extended time. Most of the work is in pushing down on the pedal, which uses all of the muscles in the leg. Equally important are the supporting muscles, which support the upper body, provide balance, reduce fatigue and increase endurance. Anatomy of Cycling addresses all of these needs. The exercises are designed to work the wide range of muscles that come into play when cycling. All of them can be done at home using just seven items: a mat, a chair, a ""Bosu ball,"" a small medicine ball, a large Swiss Ball, a small roller and a large roller. The exercises are organized into four units: Flexibility Exercises Mostly stretches, these help to counteract stiffness and increase blood flow. Leg-Strengthening Exercises Legs power the bicycle and by pedaling faster, gain speed. Strength is essential to sprinting and hill-climbing skills. These weight-bearing exercises are also beneficial to bones, a benefit that a cycling-only regimen lacks. Core-Strengthening Exercises A strong core contributes to a fluid pedal stroke, energy efficiency and overall stability. Balance and Posture Exercises These exercises, including swimming, help to build back strength and improve stability, both helpful in counteracting the shoulder and lower back problems that trouble cyclists. Anatomy of Cycling also includes three pre-designed workouts -- Beginner's, Intermediate and Advanced -- as well as seven specific workouts: Quadriceps-Strengthening, Healthy Back, Core-Stabilizing, Low-Impact, Stamina, Balancing and Postural. This is an essential reference for road cyclists and triathletes."

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9781770851719

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(Review of UK edition) It's beautifully illustrated and is clear and concise enough for even the most novice of riders, but also has enough depth for more experienced cyclists to delve deeper and explore how to get the most from each exercise and apply it to their riding. It is this clear and uncluttered format of the book that ranks it above other books with a similar theme, but for me the clear winning point is that all the exercises contained within its cover can be completed with some simple equipment.--Scot Tares Skinny Tyres Blog (2/6/2014 12:00:00 AM)

Author Information

Jennifer Laurita is a League of American Bicyclists Instructor and national-level coach, training and certifying instructors across the United States in all aspects of bicycling. An avid year-round cyclist, she participates in charity events across the country. She is also a founding member of the New Jersey Bike and Walk Coalition. A certified science teacher, Jennifer lives in northern New Jersey.

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