Review of The Complete Book of Road Cycling & Racing (Paperback)

This book is a fantastic read for those just getting their feet wet into the world of cycling. This book covers equipment, maintenance, bike fitting, nutrition, and much more - including group riding etiquette.If you put the skills explained in this book to good use, you will become a better rider. The author uses a very conversational writing style and doesn't put you to sleep with incessant jargon.If you're new to the sport or just need a refresher on a few things, buy this book - you won't be disappointed.

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Ride faster, fitter, smarter, & farther


Every road rider has goals. Yours may be to begin racing, to become more competitive, or to win a specific tour. Not interested in racing? Perhaps you want to complete your first century ride, improve your overall fitness, or ride father and faster just for the sheer joy of flying on two wheels.


No matter what your goals, The Complete Book of Road Cycling and Racing gives you all the information you need to become a better, more performance-focused cyclist. Written by an accomplished racing coach, cyclist, and exercise physiologist, this book shows you how to:

• Fit the bike to your body for maximum efficiency and comfort
• Ride safely in a group
• Cope with any weather or altitude
• Maintain your bike
• Prepare for races of all types
• Master racing strategies and tactics
• Train efficiently and stay in peak condition year-round
• And much more

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Review of The Maffetone Method: The Holistic, Low-Stress, No-Pain Way to Exceptional Fitness (Paperback)

I am 48 years old and have exercised since I was 14.I have read this book three times.It is a godsend.Every concept, every suggestion, every analysis given has proven to be accurate for me.I first changed my training shoes per instructions with amazing results.Second, I purchased a Heart Rate Monitor and it has become my most important training aid.Third, I have slowed my training pace and increased my training time considerably and have received performance results, excellent health and mental calmness eclipsing anything that I have previously experienced.My whole training program is now focused on health.This book should be manditory reading in High School health classes. If I could give it 10 stars, I would.

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Dr. Maffetone's unique training system for champions proves that the kinder, gentler approach actually works the best. This fitness regimen has worked for champions and non-athletes alike- because it's based on Dr. Philip Maffetone's deep understanding of how the body works.Maffetone has used that knowledge to develop The Maffetone method, his successful low-stress fitness program, which can be tailored to any individual. It means "training slower to go faster," says Mike Pigg, world champion triathlete and Maffetone client. The Maffetone Methodincludes: A ten step program to reduce stress and increase overall fitness; Exercise techniques designed for increased results with decreased pain; The real lowdown on some of those fad diets. In short, this is a fitness regimen for champions that everyone can use to reach their own goals whether it be running a marathon or walking around theblock.

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