This is an “unofficial” thread about books and reading material related to training. I will update as needed to include new and revised information. Basics The Ultimate Ride: Get Fit, Get Fast and Start Winning with the World’s Top Cycling Coach : by Chris Carmichael with Jim Rutberg The Time…

I’m currently reading/rereading: The Science of Winning by Jan Olbrecht Great book on the principles of training, types of workouts, metabolic adaptations, and planning/periodization. Well written and excellent content from a PhD and trainer advisor to world class athletes. Dr Olbrecht was mentor…

Looking for a book to learn about sports physiology - what would you recommend? I would like to better understand the physiological processes when we do certain trainings and ideally learn about practical implications to better plan my training, nutrition etc. I saw “Anatomy & Physiology For Dummie…

I can highly recommend the Cycling Chef If you like cooking and eating, and don’t want to get chubby (chubbier, in my case), have a look

For a light, easy read that is funny Living with a Seal is great. The navy seal is David Goggins and the author pays him to train him for 30 days.

demain on roule or tomorrow we ride is a fantastic cycling read by Bobet. Insights on vintage cycling at their best.

Back to books, this one is also really interesting Lifespan: Why We Age―and Why We Don't Have To: Sinclair PhD, David A., LaPlante,... Lifespan: Why We Age―and Why We Don't Have To [Sinclair PhD, David A., LaPlante, Matthew D.] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Lifes…

Rouleur magazine along with other cycling media are regulars which are also worth checking out. Concerning rouleur specifically COVID is proving to be hard for these outlets, so I’d heartily recommended we support these too.

My family and I are headed camping for a week later this month and I am I need of a few new books! What is your favourite triathlon/cycling/endurance book?! If you’re passionate, I’d love to hear why. Thanks in advance!

I enjoyed Chrissie Wellington’s book when I got into Triathlon a few years ago. Her back story is interesting - e.g. coming into the sport with little history of elite level competition as a kid …plus her outlook on things A Life Without Limits: A World Champion's Journey: Amazon.co.uk: C…

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