Bicycling Magazine's Mountain Biking Skills by Ben Hewitt has been fully revised and updated to provide enthusiasts with all the tactics, tips, and techniques they need to master any type of terrain.
Ride like a pro with help from the editors of Bicycling and Mountain Bike magazines. Learn the most effective ways to handle tough terrain, steer clear of hazardous obstacles, and even crash properly to avoid injury. Bursting with the latest strategies for riding faster and training better, this book will give mountain bikers the tools they need to be their best.
Nutrition ranks as one of the most asked-about topics by Bicycling magazine readers. Now, in Bicycling Magazine's Nutrition for Peak Performance edited by Ben Hewitt, the magazine's top experts show you how to eat strategically before, during, and after your ride to keep you at your physical peak.Discover how to: * Beat the bonk.* Determine if you need supplements.* Choose the right amount of carbos, fat, and protein for you.* Follow five different diets for five different rides.* Determine if sports drinks are worthwhile.* Avoid the top five worst foods for cycling.* Control your weight effec... View More...
Fodor's Chicago is the perfect companion for a trip to this quintessential American city. With colorful features and the most updated information, Fodor's Chicago gets straight to the best of what this city has to offer, everything from art to architecture to shopping, baseball, jazz, and the very best deep-dish pizza. Our in-depth coverage also includes top reasons to visit the culturally and historically rich suburbs of Chicago, including Frank Lloyd Wright's Oak Park home studio, the Mallott Japanese Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden, and the Brookfield Zoo. -EXPANDED COVERAGE: Includes ... View More...
Provides a history of surfing, profiles great surfers past and present, overviews surf culture, and features premier surfing sites throughout the world. View More...
Pilates is a holistic exercise system which is becoming increasing popular - it is being called the new Yoga. Once used solely by dancers and models, this technique devised by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s is onefo the latest fitness phenomenons. View More...
Body Power is an exercise system based on the Pilates method, traditionally used by ballet dancers and models, that is designed to make your body longer, leaner and stronger. The soft exercises combine low-impact but high-energy movements with realignment of posture to build your flexibility, stamina and strength. Designed to work for all ages and at all levels of fitness, the short Pilates exercises will soon leave you energized and exuding total confidence and grace. View More...
This volume contains easy-to-follow 10 minute routines for every level of fitness using the Pilates exercise ball. Used by Olympic coaches, ballet dancers and athletes to achieve optimal performance, this exercise regime is also suitable for anyone wanting to get fit and toned, as well as pregnant women. Pilates is famous for being a safe and effective exercise regime that gives you long, toned limbs, great posture and amazing abdominal strength. The large inflated Swiss exercise ball, which is becoming increasingly popular, maximizes the benefits of a Pilates workout and provides the perfect ... View More...
Presents a selection of quick and easy stretching routines for the workplace environment that are designed to enhance circulation, relieve stress, and soothe sore muscles. View More...
This is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers recommend for virtually every sport and activity, and that medical professionals recommend to people just starting to get back in shape. Stretching first appeared in 1980 as a new generation of Americans became committed to running, cycling, aerobic training, and workouts in the gym - which all seem commonplace now. It features: more than 20 new stretching routines, including those for sports enthusiasts; travelers, children, gardeners, and people in wheelchairs; an abbreviated version of each routine for people in a hurry; n... View More...
In Supplements for Strength-Power Athletes, you can cut through all the hype and find the information you need on 30 top supplements. Find out which supplements to use--and which to avoid--to maximize your performance. You'll learn what the supplements are, how they work, how to use them, and the precautions necessary for safe and healthy use. Some of the supplements detailed include- acetyl L-carnitine, - branched-chain amino acids, - chromium, - glycerol, - glutamine, - caffeine, - octacosanal, - sodium citrate, and- zinc-magnesium complex.Whether you're competing on the football field or ba... View More...
A weight-loss and body-toning program introduces a workout that uses an exercise ball to firm every area of the body, accompanied by motivational tips, dietary advice, and sample menus. View More...
This is the story of one man's journey through triumph, tragedy, transformation, and transcendance. It is the story of Lance Armstrong, the world-famous two-time winner of the Tour de France, and his fight against cancer. View More...
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This is the story of one man's journey through triumph, tragedy, transformation, and transcendance. It is the story of Lance Armstrong, the six-time winner of the Tour de France, and his fight against cancer. People magazine called it "inspiring." The New York Times called it "fascinating." But perhaps the Cincinnati Enquirer said it best: "It's not about the bike, or about the sport. It's about the soul." View More...
Introduces a five-part plan that explains how to achieve optimum fitness, health, and vitality with the help of nutrition and weight control, special anti-aging fitness routines, measures to prevent illness, and special beauty tips. View More...
In as little as 10 minutes a day, you can ... Shrink Your Female Fat Zones What's a female fat zone? Maybe it's that part of your body that popped out after you had a baby or dropped after you turned 40. It's that area you may try to hide in baggy shirts or pants, the spot where things bind or rub or just stick out the wrong way. If you have a fat zone, fitness and weight-loss expert Denise Austin has designed a program just for you. In just 6 weeks, you'll get the slimmer thighs, trimmer hips, and flatter belly that you've dreamed of. You'll lose up to 2 pounds a week, and wherever you used ... View More...
