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Shannon Sovndal, MD
Human Kinetics
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Sovndal, Shannon, 1970-
Cycling anatomy / Shannon Sovndal.
p. cm.
ISBN-13: 978-0-7360-7587-9 (soft cover)
ISBN-10: 0-7360-7587-9 (soft cover)
1. Cycling--Training. 2. Cycling--Training--Charts, diagrams, etc. 3. Cycling--Physiological aspects. I. Title.
GV1048.S68 2009
796.6--dc22
2008041616
ISBN-10: 0-7360-7587-9 (print)
ISBN-13: 978-0-7360-7587-9 (print)
ISBN-10: 0-7360-8525-4 (Adobe PDF)
ISBN-13: 978-0-7360-8525-0 (Adobe PDF)
Copyright 2009 by Ronin, P.L.L.C.
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To my sister, Melissa
T heres nothing better than feeling your fitness peak at just the right moment. Flying over a mountain pass in the Pyrenees or blasting through the finish line during a time trial makes all the work in the gym and on the road worthwhile. All cyclists know that they need to train on their bikes to go fast. But what many fail to realize is that the entire bodyall the muscle groups, not just the legsworks to propel the bike.
I have been friends with Shannon Sovndal for quite a while. Throughout that time he has seen me go through the biggest injuries and setbacks of my career. I have depended on Shannon as a friend, a training partner, and, as of last year, my team doctor. Through our many discussions he has helped me realize that strength is the foundation of my cycling health and success. Many of my problems have come from rushing back into racing before I adequately rehabilitated from injury. My back, hips, and shoulders have given me problems because they werent properly conditioned for my high training load.
I remember going to the gym with Shannon and being impressed by his knowledge of anatomy and physiology. I was humbled as he showed me the exercises that I should be doing. Now, after many years of dragging my feet to the weight room, I see the importance of this component of my training, and I embrace it.
I have significantly changed my body through physical therapy and strength training, and my race results have shown the benefits. I am now a firm believer in proper and consistent gym work. Not only do I strength train during the off-season, but I also regularly go to the gym throughout the entire year for maintenance. This is a bit different from the old-school approach, but it has clearly been beneficial for me.
My conditioning has also helped me feel more healthy and strong in everday tasks. The days of avoiding picking up a suitcase or taking part in any other activity out of fear of getting hurt are gone. Strength conditioning is something that I will continue to pursue for the rest of my active life.
In Cycling Anatomy, Shannon Sovndal addresses the issue of conditioning each muscle group to give you the best performance on the road. This book will help you meet your true cycling potential. The exercises were chosen to match the needs of cyclists. Try these out in your workouts, and youll see improvements in your performance on the bike.
Christian Vande Velde
Professional road cyclist
I n cycling, as in any other athletic endeavor, the athletes body must have a strong, solid base. This is the key to reaching top performance, avoiding injury, and achieving longevity in the sport. For you to obtain your peak performance, all your systems must be operating in concert and as a single coordinated unit. Many cyclists fall into the trap of thinking that cycling is all about the legs. Unfortunately, it is not that simple. Your legs, hips, and buttocks do generate the majority of your cycling power, but to stabilize the lower half of your body, you need to have a strong abdomen, back, and upper body. All sections of your body must work together to stabilize the bike and deliver maximum power to the pedals.
This book explains the anatomy of cycling through various training exercises. With this knowledge base you will have better focus during your workouts. You will be able to design your program based on the understanding that complete balance and strength are the key to successful and injury-free riding. The illustrations and descriptions in each chapter will show you how each exercise applies to cycling. Youll be able to take what youve trained in the gym and directly apply it to your training on the road. Focusing your mind on the cycling aspect of the workout will enable you to make the best use of your time while working out in the gym. As a result, you will get more benefits out of each exercise.
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