There is so much to learn about cycling skills, training techniques, and more. For those who want to know more, the following books can be borrowed. Please see Coach Mike Hartrick to borrow a book, and make sure you return it so others also have access.
"Mastering Mountain Bike Skills" is your guide for riding better, faster, and more confidently in rough terrain. World-Champion racer Brian Lopes and renowned coach Lee McCormack provide you with all of the key techniques and skills you'll need to take your ride to the next level.
While I can't promise how much you'll actually learn from this book, its cartoons and humor are sure to entertain.
A book written specifically for female athletes. Learn more about your unique physical and nutritional needs for optimum performance, great health, and a strong body for life. This is a strongly recommended read for any woman who wants to excel.
Learn about the art and science of training. This book will probably give you some "aha!" moments as you start to understand why your coach is assigning certain rides and exercises.
This version of the Training Bible provides updated approaches to training for cycling as compared to the Mountain Biker's Training Bible, but is less MTB-centric.
You're training to be a cyclist, not a body-builder. This book provides techniques and plans designed to make you a faster, stronger cyclist for years to come.
Confused or want more information on how to properly execute lifts than a short video can provide? Read this book to learn proper lifting form, but not to determine an appropriate training approach. (You're training for cycling, not weight lifting.)