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The Science of Cycling
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David Bailey's 'The Science of Cycling' synthesizes decades of applied sports science, physiology, biomechanics, and nutrition from elite cycling and Olympic sport.
The book aims to translate high-performance practice into accessible guidance for amateur enthusiasts and professional practitioners alike, covering talent ID, training models, nutrition, heat and altitude strategies, and data use.
Bailey blends scientific evidence with real-world implementation stories from WorldTour teams to show what truly moves performance.
He emphasizes prioritization—understanding high-impact interventions versus low-weight marginal gains—and discusses modern tools like AI and individualized testing.
The book includes practical training plans and illustrations to help readers apply principles across different cycling specializations.
The book aims to translate high-performance practice into accessible guidance for amateur enthusiasts and professional practitioners alike, covering talent ID, training models, nutrition, heat and altitude strategies, and data use.
Bailey blends scientific evidence with real-world implementation stories from WorldTour teams to show what truly moves performance.
He emphasizes prioritization—understanding high-impact interventions versus low-weight marginal gains—and discusses modern tools like AI and individualized testing.
The book includes practical training plans and illustrations to help readers apply principles across different cycling specializations.
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Paul Laursen
David Bailey
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The Science of Cycling: Marginal Gains, Talent ID, and What Actually Drives Performance with Dr David Bailey & Prof Paul Laursen
