In addition to the powerful quads & chiseled calves they’re known for, cyclists need strong core muscles & solid upper-body strength to use their power efficiently. ” Weight Training for Cyclists” is one of a handful of books available that shows cyclists how they can get stronger to ride stronger. This revised second edition presents new information on core strength, nutrition, stretching & warm-up. Now comprehensively illustrated with easy-to-follow drawings, the authors explain in clear terms how strength training in the weight room translates to endurance & power on the bike. With the latest research on strength building buttressed by the most recent & effective equipment innovations, Weight Training for Cyclists presents a series of training plans that require only a fraction of the time that cyclists spend in the saddle. For newcomers & veterans alike, Weight Training for Cyclists will become their fundamental guide to better performance.