Mountainbike Training: Better Performance & Technique: Better Performance and Technique

This is the ideal book for the real enthusiast or competitive mountain biker. It is aimed entirely at improving the fitness and performance of every man or woman who wants to take part in this gruelling sport at a serious level.

Here you will find real in-depth guidelines on all aspects of training for success. The physiological characteristics specific to mountain biking (Cross-country, Downhill and Uphill) and all the other underlying areas of training methodology are covered in considerable detail, in a manner that can be easily understood and followed by the reader.

The author also covers training on the basis of heart rates and the periodisation of training that is necessary for activity through the various parts of the year and the need to prepare and keep an individual training journal up to date.

Information on training for strength and endurance, stretching and nutrition add to the value of this book in preparing the reader for better performance, through his or her own individual programme. Thus the book provides a comprehensive approach to mountain bike training from simple better muscle performance to advice on an optimal technical and psychological approach for success.