Science of Cycling
Transform Your Ride, Gain Strength, Revolutionize Your Training
Published on 4. December 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
224 pages
978-0-241-72256-5 (ISBN)
Description
Discover the hard science that will help you cycle faster, endure for longer, and reach your peak of fitness
What causes an energy "bonk"? How do you avoid "cracking" on a climb? How does training differ for a mountain bike race compared to a road race? Is the peloton a superorganism?
Learn how to analyze key factors such as pedal stroke, fueling strategies, bike positioning, threshold power, and race tactics. Follow training plans tailored to different abilities and aims-and learn how to develop your own. Perform exercises and stretches to increase strength, improve your range of motion, and stay comfortable on the bike.
Wherever you want to take your love of two wheels, Science of Cycling will help you get there faster.
What causes an energy "bonk"? How do you avoid "cracking" on a climb? How does training differ for a mountain bike race compared to a road race? Is the peloton a superorganism?
Learn how to analyze key factors such as pedal stroke, fueling strategies, bike positioning, threshold power, and race tactics. Follow training plans tailored to different abilities and aims-and learn how to develop your own. Perform exercises and stretches to increase strength, improve your range of motion, and stay comfortable on the bike.
Wherever you want to take your love of two wheels, Science of Cycling will help you get there faster.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Dimensions
Height: 237 mm
Width: 205 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
678 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-241-72256-5 (9780241722565)
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Additional editions
Book
approx. 01/2026
DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
€28.50
Not yet published
E-Book
12/2025
DK
€11.99
Available for download
Person
Dr David Bailey is an internationally recognized sports scientist, coach, and performance consultant with over two decades of experience in elite sport, applied research, and high-performance team leadership. He currently serves as Head of Performance for a professional cycling team, where he oversees integrated performance services spanning physiology, nutrition, coaching, psychology, and technology.