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The perfect blend of science and application, \u003ci\u003eCycling Science\u003c\/i\u003e takes you inside the sport, into the training room and research lab, and onto the course. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A remarkable achievement, \u003ci\u003eCycling Science\u003c\/i\u003e features the following: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Contributions from 43 top cycling scientists and coaches from around the world \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  The latest thinking on the rider-machine interface, including topics such as bike fit, aerodynamics, biomechanics, and pedaling technique \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Information about environmental stressors, including heat, altitude, and air pollution \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  A look at health issues such as on-bike and off-bike nutrition, common injuries, fatigue, overtraining, and recovery \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Help in planning training programs, including using a power meter, managing cycling data, off-the-bike training, cycling specific stretching, and mental training \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  The latest coaching and racing techniques, including pacing theories, and strategies for road, track, MTB, BMX, and ultra-distance events \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In this book, editors and cycling scientists Stephen Cheung, PhD, and Mikel Zabala, PhD, have assembled the latest information for serious cyclists. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e \"Cycling Science \u003ci\u003ecombines Stephen Cheung's immense knowledge about aerodynamics and training with the findings of the sport's top researchers and experts. If you want to know what it takes to ride faster, this is the book for you.\u003c\/i\u003e\" \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Daniel Lloyd,\u003c\/b\u003e Presenter at the Global Cycling Network, Former professional cyclist \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \"Cycling Science \u003ci\u003etaps the leading minds in cycling training, fitness, and technology. A landmark work, it's beyond comprehensive and a must-have for anyone who wants to truly understand our amazing sport.\u003c\/i\u003e\" \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Selene Yeager\u003c\/b\u003e, USA Cycling certified coach, \u003ci\u003eBicycling\u003c\/i\u003e magazine columnist \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \"\u003ci\u003eStephen and Mikel are known throughout the world as experts in the world of physiology, and they have brought together the world's experts for this book. An incredible compilation of knowledge that is sure to improve your cycling!\u003c\/i\u003e\" \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Hunter Allen\u003c\/b\u003e, CEO and founder of Peaks Coaching Group, Coauthor of \u003ci\u003eCutting Edge Cycling\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTraining and Racing With a Power Meter \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003eCycling Science\u003ci\u003e is an informatively authoritative resource composed of contributions from 43 top cycling scientists and coaches from around the world that will hold immense appeal for both amateur and professional cyclists. A perfect blend of science and application, \u003c\/i\u003eCycling Science\u003ci\u003e takes the sport into the training room and research lab, and then out onto the course. The 40 major articles comprising \u003c\/i\u003eCycling Science\u003ci\u003e feature the latest thinking on the rider–machine interface; information about environmental stressors; a look at health issues; help in planning training programs; the latest coaching and racing techniques; and strategies for road, track, MTB, BMX, and ultradistance events. While unreservedly recommended for both community and academic library Contemporary Sports collections, it should be noted for personal reading lists that \u003c\/i\u003eCycling Science\u003ci\u003e is also available in a digital book format.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Library Bookwatch\u003c\/b\u003e, August 2017 Midwest Book Review \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The \u003c\/i\u003e[Cycling Science] \u003ci\u003eeditors are both world-leading cycling scientists, Cheung in Canada and Zabala in Spain, and for their 40(!) chapters, they’ve recruited an extremely distinguished list of scientists from around the world. It covers all aspects of human physiology, bike design, training, racing, health, and so on. If you’re a cyclist interested in the science of your sport, I’d rate this pretty much a must-buy as a reference tome.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Runners’ World \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart I. The Cyclist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1. \u003c\/b\u003eThe Cyclist’s Physique \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePaolo Menaspà and Franco Impellizzeri\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eCycling Physiology and Genetics \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStephen S. Cheung\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. The Bike\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3. \u003c\/b\u003eBicycle Design \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLarry Ruff\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Frame Materials and Geometry \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLarry Ruff\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5. \u003c\/b\u003eSaddle Biomechanics \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDaniel Schade\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart III. The Human–Machine Interface\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Biomechanics of Cycling \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRodrigo Rico Bini\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e The Science of Bike Fit \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRodrigo Rico Bini\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Bike Fit and Body Positioning \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTodd M. Carver\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9. \u003c\/b\u003eThe Aerodynamic Rider \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAndy Froncioni\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Pedaling Technique and Technology \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThomas Korff, Marco Arkesteijn, and Paul Barratt\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV. The Cycling Environment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11. \u003c\/b\u003eDealing With Heat Stress \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStephen S. Cheung\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12. \u003c\/b\u003eAir Pollution and Cyclists \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMike Koehle and Luisa Giles\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13. \u003c\/b\u003eAltitude and Hypoxic Training \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRandall L. Wilber\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Tackling the Hills \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHunter Allen\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart V. Nutrition and Ergogenics\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15. \u003c\/b\u003eCycling Nutrition \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDina Griffin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16. \u003c\/b\u003eFeeding During Cycling \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDina Griffin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17.\u003c\/b\u003e Hydration Science \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStacy Sims\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18.\u003c\/b\u003e Doping’s Dark Past and a New Cycling Era \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMikel Zabala\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart VI. Cycling Health\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19. \u003c\/b\u003eEpidemiology of Cycling Injuries \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVictor Lun\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20.\u003c\/b\u003e Managing Common Cycling Injuries \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVictor Lun\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eChapter 21.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e Fatigue and Overtraining \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRomain Meeusen and Kevin De Pauw\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 22.\u003c\/b\u003e Recovery Interventions \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eShona L. Halson and Nathan G. Versey\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart VII. Training Development and Assessment\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 23. \u003c\/b\u003eLong-Term Athlete Development \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKristen Dieffenbach\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 24. \u003c\/b\u003ePsychological Strategies for Team Building \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eJavier Horcajo and Mikel Zabala\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 25.\u003c\/b\u003e Motivation and Mental Training \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eJim Taylor and Kate Bennett\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 26. \u003c\/b\u003eAssessing Cycling Fitness \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eJames Hopker and Simon Jobson\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 27.\u003c\/b\u003e Designing Training Programs \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePaul B. Laursen, Daniel J. Plews, and Rodney Siegel\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 28. \u003c\/b\u003eTraining Periodization \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBent R. Rønnestad and Mikel Zabala\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 29.\u003c\/b\u003e Using a Power Meter \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHunter Allen\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 30.\u003c\/b\u003e Data Management for Cyclists \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDirk Friel\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart VIII. Preparing to Race\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 31.\u003c\/b\u003e Off-the-Bike Training \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBent R. Rønnestad\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 32.\u003c\/b\u003e Respiratory Training \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA. William Sheel and Carli M. 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