In search of the perfect leg
Article Abstract:
National Strength and Condition Assn director Harvey Newton claims that the size of a cyclist's legs is not correlated with cycling performance. He also recommends exercises such leg as presses, squats, lunges and hamstring curl for strengthening the legs.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1999
User Contributions:
Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:
Get in the zone
Article Abstract:
Techniques for enhancing performance among amateur and professional cyclists are provided. These include preventing dehydration, using aerodynamic positions on the bicycle and adding extra parts for comfort and speed.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1995
User Contributions:
Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:
Circle game: stop being a square - here's how to get the silky pedal stroke of the pros
Article Abstract:
Tips on how cyclists can smoothen their pedal strokes and increase pedaling speed are presented. These include lowering the bike saddle, conducting one-leg pedaling exercises and riding a fixed-gear bike on rollers.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1998
User Contributions:
Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:
- Abstracts: A course through the chart-plotter shoals. Vital signs and satellite signals. Electrical systems: This one's for Lucas
- Abstracts: Do the right thing: 15 common riding mistakes - and how to avoid them. Is is time to set a new PR?
- Abstracts: Cakes to celebrate: there's not a cake that can hold a candle to these, the richest light desserts in the world
- Abstracts: Detective work made easy; how to finger trouble with troubled hands. Sight screen: use your eyes to save your life
- Abstracts: Cork the whine: to breed wellness, try standing tough. Kids and vids: many children like the nice stuff better