Overview

The recent success of Americans in the sport of bicycle racing has increased the interest of this sport in the United States and has lead to steady growth in the number of participants competing in organized bicycle races. To improve their ability to compete, an increasing number of cyclists of all abilities are hiring coaches or reading books to assist them with their training. There are no standards for coaching this sport and therefore many coaches are under qualified and none of the several authors on the subject have the combined research and coaching experience that has been used to make Performance Cycling a unique and cutting-edge book. This is a serious training manual for both beginners and advanced cyclists. It does not cover what gear to buy or how or where to ride but, rather, it is a detailed look at how the human body works and the best, proven, ways to make it work better in terms of performance. It covers everything from anatomical and physiological systems, nutrition, laboratory and field tests, designing and implementing long term training programs, to finding the right coach. Additionally, the book also addresses the efficacy of 16 purported ergogenic aids (i.e. Steroids) - from what works, what's illegal, to proper and safe use. The training outlined in this book is ideal for coaches and competitive cyclists of all ages and abilities and is applicable to cyclists from all disciplines including road, track, cyclocross, mountain biking and triathletes. And, in a broader scope, the information would be valuable to athletes of all endurance sports.

Full Product Details

Author:   David Morris
Publisher:   McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Imprint:   McGraw-Hill Inc.,US
Dimensions:   Width: 18.00cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.354kg
ISBN:  

9780071410915

ISBN 10:   0071410910
Pages:   176
Publication Date:   16 July 2003
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Out of print, replaced by POD  
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Table of Contents

Acknowledgments Preface Introduction: Cycling and Science Come of Age Part One: The Human Body 1. Anatomy of the Machine Muscular System • Digestive System • Endocrine System • Cardiovascular System 2. Fuel for the Machine Energy Production • Digestion and Metabolism of Macronutrients • Energy Pathways • Macronutrient Needs • Micronutrient Needs • Questions and Answers 3. Testing and Evaluation Maximal Oxygen Consumption Test (VO2 Max Test) • Lactate Threshold, Maximal Steady State, and Maximum Sustainable Power Output • Wingate Anaerobic Test • Are Blood Tests Necessary? • Questions and Answers Part Two: Training Plans 4. Training Philosophies Assessing Current Abilities • Setting Goals 5. Formulating a Training Schedule Prescribing and Monitoring Workout Intensity 6. Choosing Workouts Core Workouts • Block Training 7. Preseason Training: The Four-Phase Plan The Four-Phase Approach • Phase 1: Resistance Training • Phase 2: Aerobic Endurance • Phase 3: Supermaximum Sustainable Power Intervals • Phase 4: Maximum Sustainable Power Intervals • Questions and Answers 8. Training during the Competitive Season Becoming a Stronger Rider: Developing Power during the Competitive Season • Specializing for Types of Events and Peaking for Races 9. Should You Hire a Coach? Evaluating Your Needs and Expectations • Evaluating a Potential Coach Part Three: Training Aids 10. Ergogenic Aids Evaluating Ergogenic Aids • Reviews of Potential Ergogenic Agents • Other Potential Ergogenic Aids • Questions and Answers Afterword: Directions for the Future References Index About the Author

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""Dave Morris is an innovator in the world of cycling...His training methods are what's next to come in our sport."" - Jonathan Retseck, U.S. National Team Member, 8x U.S. National Champion; ""[he] helped me to win a silver medal in the points race at the world championships in 1996. I want everyone to know that he deserves much of the credit for my success."" - Jane Quigley, 12-time national champion, 1996 National Champion Silver Medalist

Dave Morris is an innovator in the world of cycling...His training methods are what's next to come in our sport. - Jonathan Retseck, U.S. National Team Member, 8x U.S. National Champion; [he] helped me to win a silver medal in the points race at the world championships in 1996. I want everyone to know that he deserves much of the credit for my success. - Jane Quigley, 12-time national champion, 1996 National Champion Silver Medalist

Author Information

Dave Morris began racing bicycles at the age of 18 and began his studies of exercise physiology at the University of Missouri in 1986. After graduating he went to work as the Strength and Conditioning Coach at the US Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid, NY. After a brief tenure with the USOC, Dave returned to the Univ. of Missouri to pursue a masters in exercise physiology. While working on his degree he continued to race for the University and qualified for the Collegiate Nationals in 1991. After receiving his masters in 1992, Dave began working as a sport physiologist at the US Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO. While at the USOTC, Dave worked extensively with the US Cycling Federation by testing, evaluating and developing training programs for elite cyclists including three-time Tour de France winner, Lance Armstrong. In 1993 he left the USOTC to pursue his doctorate at the University of Ohio. Completed in 1994, he started work for the US Cycling Federation's Project '96. Since leaving USA Cycling in 1996, Mr. Morris has run his own research and consulting firm, PerforMax, coaches several cyclists and serves as a physiology and cycling consultant to USA Triathlon. HOMETOWN: Colorado Springs, CO

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