Cyclo-Core Off Season Conditioning Program for Cyclists

About Cyclo-Core

Cyclo-Core is an off-season conditioning program for cyclists created by fitness specialist Graeme Street and Domistique Multimedia. This was Street's very successful first foray into his series of DVD/CD cycling training programs which currently includes: Cyclo-Zen; Cyclo-Speed; and Cyclo-Fuel. Included in Cyclo-Core is a Workout DVD as well as 3 audio CD's. The Workout DVD is designed to build: core strength and power; flexibility and balance; aerobic endurance; and strength and stamina. The audio materials address off-season nutrition and setting up an effective off-season conditioning program.

The Workouts

The main attractions of the Cyclo-Core DVD are the Body Weight Conditioning Circuits and the Resistance Training & Functional Circuits. Each of these workouts features 3 separate sets, or circuits, making for a total of 6 workouts. This gives the athlete the ability to mix-and-match different workouts to suit the athlete's specific needs, or to do an entire group of circuits all at once. Because the circuits are broken up in this manner, the athlete is encouraged to ride his/her bike on a trainer in between sets, and then rejoin the workouts. The nature of the on-the-bike workouts is left up to the athlete, and can range from some form of intervals to simple aerobic riding. Core strength and flexibility are two crucial elements for becoming a successful cyclist; and they are two of the most overlooked. Without core strength, the cyclist is unable to hold an aggressive position, and is unable to efficiently transmit power to the pedals. Although cycling depends on a strong core, it does not itself contribute to this part of the body. This work must be done off of the bike. Also, without working on flexibility, a rider's hamstrings and back become tight and inefficient. Cyclo-Core is particularly well-suited to address these needs.

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