Bicycling Medicine Cycling Nutrition, Physiology, Injury Prevention and Treatment for Riders of All Levels

Name: Bicycling Medicine Cycling Nutrition, Physiology, Injury Prevention and Treatment for Riders of All Levels
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ISBN: 9780684844435

ISBN-10: 0684844435

ISBN-13: 9780684844435

Edition: 1998

Authors: Arnie Baker

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Bicycling Medicine provides cyclists with invaluable advice on preventing and treating all kinds of bicycling related aches and pains. It explains how to diagnose minor and major problems, offers do-it-yourself solutions and says when to go to a doctor.

Book details

List price: $16.99
Copyright year: 1998
Publisher: Touchstone
Publication date: 9/29/1998
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 336
Size: 6.25" wide x 9.75" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.034
Language: English

Arnie Baker, M.D.,author ofSmart Cycling,is a licensed USCF coach and practicing physician. He has coached racers to more than fifty U.S. National Championships and dozens of United States records. Dr. Baker serves on the fitness board of and is a frequent contributor toBicyclingmagazine. A medical consultant to USA Cycling and the USCF, he is also a category 1 USCF racer, a five-time national champion, and a five-time United States record holder.



Introduction


A Note Before You Begin



Diet and Nutrition Nutrition -- The Big Picture


The USDA Food Pyramid


Caloric Nutrients


Diet: Why High Carbohydrates?


Energy Sources at Various Exercise Levels


Nutrition While Riding


Vitamins and Minerals


Ergogenic Aids


Ergolytics


Hydration


Tips to Help You Lose Weight


Disordered Eating


Nutrition Tips for Cyclists


Nutrition Quackery


Nutrition Quiz



Physiology Genetic Ability


Recovery


Heart Rate Training


Lactic Acid


Thresholds


Training Intensity


VO 2 Max


Progressive Power Output


How Muscles Work


Muscle Fatigue


Strength Versus Power


Muscle Soreness


Efficiency and Economy


Optimal Cadence


Optimal Crankarm Length


Putting It All Together: Efficiency, Cadence, and Crank Length


Optimal Pedal Stroke


Optimal Seat Height


Measuring Body Fat


Travel and Climate Problems


Heat and Cycling


Altitude and Hypoxia


Supplemental Oxygen



General Prevention and Treatment of Injuries Bicycle Safety


First Aid Kit


Rider Down!


Bicycle Position


Stretching


Banned Substances


NSAIDs: Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs


Aspirin May Help


Physical Therapy


R.I.C.E. -- Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation


Other Treatment Options


Ride or Rest?


Sun CareBites, Stings, Infectious Diseases



Medical Problems Classification of Bicycling Medical Problems


Road Rash


Saddle Sores


Crotchitis


Neck and Back Pain


Tendonitis and Bursitis


Upper Extremity


Pelvic Fracture


Lower Extremity


Head, Ears, Eyes, Nose, and Mouth


Lungs and Heart


Gastrointestinal Problems


Cycling and Urination


Diabetes


Men's Health


Women's Health



General Health The General-Health Exercise Prescription


Exercise Addiction


Fatigue -- Why Am I Tired?


Overtraining or Burnout


Exercise and Immunity


Anemia


Respiratory Infections


Sleeping Hints


Tetanus Shots


Flu Shots


High Blood Pressure Medicines


Hints for Kids and Juniors


Bicycling for the Over-50-Year-Old


Glossary


Selected References


Index