How to Get Wheely Fit

by Roberts, Oliver

• ISBN13: 9780764124310
• ISBN10: 0764124315
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-04-15
• Publisher: Barrons Educational Series Inc

Summary

Cycling is fun--and it's also an ideal form of exercise. The author presents a complete cycling fitness program that men and women of all ages and skill levels can adapt to their personal needs. It consists of six graded training schedules, taking cyclists from beginner level to long-distance and even to racing cyclist. Schedules are supplemented with nutrition recommendations, and are designed to build users' general fitness and endurance levels and help them lose excess weight. The author also offers detailed advice on how to find the correct bicycle, based on each cyclist's fitness profile and training program. Essential guidelines are given for avoiding injury and building physical fitness safely and effectively. The book is filled with attractive color photos and detailed, easy-to-follow charts.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 6
In the saddle	p. 8
Get things rolling	p. 10
All kitted out	p. 12
Cycle surgery	p. 14
Get wheels	p. 16
Summer holidays	p. 18
Winter warmers	p. 20
Cycling accessories	p. 22
Fuel story	p. 24
Feeding times	p. 26
Food on the move	p. 28
Chain reactions	p. 30
Motive and opportunity	p. 32
Training schedules	p. 34
Finding your level	p. 36
The cycle of the seasons	p. 38
Hard at work 1	p. 40
Hard at work 2	p. 42
Skills
Upwardly mobile	p. 44
Coming down	p. 46
Driving around the bend	p. 48
In the pack	p. 50
Go it alone	p. 52
Staying in shape	p. 54
The weighting game	p. 56
Stretch fit	p. 58
Starter level 1	p. 60
Starter level 2	p. 62
Refresher level	p. 66
Intermediate level	p. 70
Racing the century	p. 72
10-mile (16-km) time trial	p. 74
Expert level 1	p. 76
The trial: 25-mile (40-km) time trial	p. 78
Criterium racing	p. 80
Expert level 2	p. 82
Mastering the time trial	p. 84
Hit the road	p. 86
How to ...	p. 88
... make the most of your time	p. 90
... manage your weight	p. 92
And finally ...
... how to change a tire	p. 94
... how to look like a pro	p. 94
Glossary	p. 95
Index	p. 96
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