cycling

Photographs and simple text describe how motorcycles work to early readers, and examine a bike's basic structure, the wheels, engine, transmission, brakes, safety features, and more.

Describes the parts of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, ways that riders customize their Harleys, and the large community of riders that gathers each year in Sturgis, South Dakota. Presented in English and Spanish.

Offers advice on various aspects of bicycling, describing the basic skills of position, grip, and pedaling, and discussing traffic safety, endurance training, weather conditions, nourishment, medical concerns, and other topics.

Describes the parts of a motorcycle, how motorcycles are driven, and how they are used for work and recreation.

Illustrated how-to guide to mountain biking and road touring, with information on choosing and buying a bike, riding techniques, fitness, and maintenance, and a review of cycling destinations.

Discusses the development of motorcycles and the different types, and answers questions about the parts of a "bike.".

Gus doesn't want to give up the training wheels on his bike, even for a new five-speed bicycle, until Grandpa helps him learn how to get along without them.

With its low impact on the joints and high caloric burn rate, cycling is a great choice for anyone wanting to get (and stay) in shape. It is accessible to all fitness levels and allows for easy progression. At all levels, cycling demands extreme physical effort and stamina to power the bicycle and to maintain correct form and speed, especially if for an extended time. Most of the work is in pushing down on the pedal, which uses all of the muscles in the leg. Equally important are the supporting muscles, which support the upper body, provide balance, reduce fatigue and increase endurance. "Anatomy of Cycling" addresses all of these needs. The exercises are designed to work the wide range of muscles that come into play when cycling. All of them can be done at home using just seven items: a mat, a chair, a "Bosu ball," a small medicine ball, a large Swiss Ball, a small roller and a large roller. The exercises are organized into four units: Flexibility Exercises Mostly stretches, these help to counteract stiffness and increase blood flow. Leg-Strengthening Exercises Legs power the bicycle and by pedaling faster, gain speed. Strength is essential to sprinting and hill-climbing skills. These weight-bearing exercises are also beneficial to bones, a benefit that a cycling-only regimen lacks. Core-Strengthening Exercises A strong core contributes to a fluid pedal stroke, energy efficiency and overall stability. Balance and Posture Exercises These exercises, including swimming, help to build back strength and improve stability, both helpful in counteracting the shoulder and lower back problems that trouble cyclists. "Anatomy of Cycling" also includes three pre-designed workouts -- Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced -- as well as seven specific workouts: Quadriceps-Strengthening, Healthy Back, Core-Stabilizing, Low-Impact, Stamina, Balancing and Postural. This is an essential reference for road cyclists and triathletes.

Provides improvement tips for cyclists on safety in traffic, riding positions, skill builders, training techniques, distance riding, mountain biking, racing, health and fitness, nutrition, equipment, and bike care and repair.