The Lance Armstrong Performance Program - Softcover

Armstrong, Lance; Carmichael, Chris

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1579542700 ISBN 13: 9781579542702

Publisher: Rodale Press, 2000

Synopsis

A TRAINING PROGRAM SO SIMPLE, IT'S LIKE RIDING A BICYCLE...WITH THE BEST IN THE WORLD! In 1999 the world watched spellbound as Lance Armstrong achieved one of the most dramatic comebacks in sports history, winning the grueling Tour de France just three years after being diagnosed with advanced testicular cancer. Lance's return road to glory took courage, determination, and a top-notch training program. Now Lance's winning strategies-- developed with coach Chris Carmichael-- can be yours, too! Whether you're a cycling novice or a competitive racer, The Lance Armstrong Training Program will teach you how to: * find the right bike for your body * know when to brake (only as a last resort!) * corner, climb, and descend like a pro * develop your explosive power to sprint * incorporate cross-training into your schedule * build necessary mental toughness... * and much more! Simple and focused, Lance's proven program will transform you into the rider you want to be-- in just seven weeks!

About this title

Book Description:

A revised edition of the training, strengthening and eating plan behind the world's greatest cycling victory

About the Author:

Lance Armstrong was ranked the #1 cyclist in the world in 1996. After his thrilling comeback victory at the1999 Tour de France, he was named the 1999 Wide World of Sports Athlete of the Year and The Most Fascinating Person of 1999 by Barbara Walters. Chris Carmichael has been Lance Armstrong's personal coach since the early 1990s. A former world-class cyclist, he was named the 1999 Coach of the Year by the United States Olympic Committee. Peter Joffrey Nye is a cyclist and professional writer.

About this edition

• Publisher: Rodale Press
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 1579542700
• ISBN 13: 9781579542702
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256