Weight Training for Cyclists: Total Body Program for Power & Endurance - 2nd Edition

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Cyclists like to pile on the miles, but mileage alone can leave important muscle groups underdeveloped.

True improvement requires a balanced program of off-season weight training coupled with strength maintenance throughout the year to build total body strength. Weight Training for Cyclists will show you how to create the power you're looking for an make you a better overall rider.

YOU DON'T HAVE TO WAIT ANOTHER SEASON FOR THE RESULTS YOU WANT

By adopting this total body training program, you will improve your cycling strength, skills, and endurance—without adding bulk.

In addition to building balanced strength, the resistance training program from authors Ken Doyle and Eric Schmitz will also:

• Improve sprinting power and climbing pace
• Increase bone density
• Boost lactate threshold and aerobic power
• Improve exercise efficiency

With detailed illustrations and instructions on how to perform the recommended exercises safely, Weight Training for Cyclists will help you develop the balanced program you need for success.

Table of Contents

• Preface
• Acknowledgments
• Introduction
• The Basics of Weight Training
• In the Weight Room
• Program Information
• Program Design
• Stretching for Flexibility
• Lower-Body Exercises
• Upper-Body Exercises
• Core Exercises
• Power Development
• Sample Program
• Workout Sheet
• Blank Periodized Schedule
• References and Further Reading
• About the Authors
• Index

About the Authors

Ken Doyle received his degree in Exercise Physiology and has completed certifications from the National Trainer's Association (ATC), and the National Strength and Condition Association (C.S.C.S.)

Eric Schmitz received his degree in Exercise Physiology and has completed certifications from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (C.S.C.S.), the American College of Sports Medicine (HFI), and the National Academy of Sports Medicine (CPT).

Weight Training for Cyclists: Total Body Program for Power & Endurance - 2nd Edition