tranzformer

I am looking at getting this book. I was thinking about getting a used copy of the 2nd edition and wanted know if there are any major changes for the 3rd edition that would warrant spending the extra cash for a new book?

tranzformer

Anyone?

H1449-6

You can look inside a portion of the book at Amazon. Also, thanks in large part to Andrew Carnegie there are libraries in almost any town of any size anywhere in the country.

Enthalpic

Well I have read the 3rd and it was very good; he does mention changes to the 2nd in the 3rd but I think it was mostly about nutrition. Joe has put more importance on protein in his later writings.

pinkrobe

Regardless of the edition, the book kicks a great deal of ass. Just buy it, or go to your local library.

derath

Do you think this book is overkill though for someone looking to get better/ more fit at cycling, but not really racing?

I bought it but am thinking about returning it. Some good stuff but mostly overkill for me I think. I am just trying to get myself back into shape. Ride some centuries, lose some weight etc.

By the same token. My life IS pretty busy. So learning how to train smarter helps even me. My training time is limited so I like to make the best use of it as I can.

-D

Enthalpic

Sections of it can be; like where he talks about cycling becoming a way of life and more than just something you do. However, the whole book is enlightening and entertaining; I say read it. You can always just skip all the work of making up a training plan; which takes a significant amount of thought and time.

Bobby Lex

If you're not going to race you don't need the parts about setting up an annual training program with specific zone-training and meso-cycles, and "A" races vs. "C" races, and the like. But the rest of the book is still packed with great info like:

--setting goals
--creating a plan for reaching those goals
--avoiding riding "aimlessly"
--the "10 Commandments of Training"
--training smart
--how to use a heart rate monitor effectively
--evaluating your own strengths and weaknesses
--diet factors
--age factors
--strength training
--keeping a diary
--recovery

If you are serious about becoming a fit cyclist, whether you race or not, I think this book is a must-read.

Bob

derath

Thanks,

Great explanation. All of your points are things that I am interested in. I guess I saw the stuff about annual plans and racing and said Whoa, this is a bit intense.

-D