BICYCLE RACING MAGAZINE

Training and Racing with a Power Meter

In only a few short years, power meters have become an essential training tool for amateur and pro cyclists and triathletes. The first edition of Training and Racing with a Power Meter was largely responsible for popularizing what was once an arcane technology understood by only a few elite coaches and trainers. Now the updated and revised second edition provides significant updates on technology, software tools, training protocols, and workouts, making the benefits of power-based training available to everyone. The new edition also includes specific information for triathletes—the fastest-growing segment in endurance sports—including a complete triathlon training plan. Other significant updates include reviews of the latest hardware, refinements and additions to training plans, additional case studies, more on monitoring fitness and chronic training loads, and revised and clarified artwork, charts and tables throughout. Training and Racing with a Power Meter, 2nd Ed., will continue to be the definitive guide to the most important training tool ever developed for endurance sports.

Wounded Warriors Tough Out Triathlon
Photo by Elaine Wilson
May 29, 2008

FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- Cpl. Terry Lingman uses a hand cycle to complete a 10-mile bike ride. His case manager, Lourdes Leandry, brought her parents to the event and they cheered Lingman on from lawn chairs on the sidelines. Operation Comfort and the City of San Antonio Parks and Recreation donated the hand cycles for the wounded warriors to use during the triathlon.

Count's bike fit notes: Dude is waaaaaaaay too skinny and could use a suntan. Feet too big; saddle too high, top tube too long. This guy is a disaster on this bike.