Andy Pruitt's expertise in preventing and treating cycling injuries is renowned throughout the sport's professional ranks. Here, he makes his years of experience available to all cyclists. He describes the sport's most common ailments, identifying the symptoms and causes as well as treatments that keep athletes on the road. Written in an accessible, straightforward manner, the book tackles everything from personal training programs to biomechanics, from aging to riding through illness. Finally, riders learn how to make important adjustments to bike fit, leading to increased comfort, power, and efficiency.
Pages
200
Format
Paperback
Release
October 28, 2001
ISBN 13
9781931382809
Andy Pruitt's Complete Medical Guide for Cyclists
Andy Pruitt's expertise in preventing and treating cycling injuries is renowned throughout the sport's professional ranks. Here, he makes his years of experience available to all cyclists. He describes the sport's most common ailments, identifying the symptoms and causes as well as treatments that keep athletes on the road. Written in an accessible, straightforward manner, the book tackles everything from personal training programs to biomechanics, from aging to riding through illness. Finally, riders learn how to make important adjustments to bike fit, leading to increased comfort, power, and efficiency.