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Reference Library

As an authoritative resource on topics related to endurance sports, the articles, publications, and white papers below constitute an ever-growing library by Cadence coaches, advisors, and consultants provided for cyclists, multisport athletes, swimmers and runners of all abilities looking to learn more about training, nutrition, related products, and other topics as they pertain to these endurance sports.

This page is organized by sections. Under each section heading you will find relevant articles.

Training with Power

• Explanation of Terms as They Relate to the Concept of Power in Cycling
• Power Comparisons of Three Varying Riders on 10 Mile Flat Time Trial Course
• Kilojoules (kJ) versus Kilocalories (kCal): What's the Difference?

Physiology

• How to Interpret your Blood Lactate Threshold Test
• How to Interpret Your VO2 Max Test Results
• Differences between Lactate Thresholds Determined in the Lab and in the Field
• Effect of Respiratory Muscle Training on 20km Cycling Time-Trial Performance
• Detraining for Endurance Athletes

Biomechanics

• Triathlon Bike Fit 101: What's So Important About Bike Fit?
• Proper Running Technique

Nutrition**

• The Importance of Hydration During High-Heat Training and Racing
• Carb-Loading: What Kinds of Carbohydrates?
• Triathlete Nutrition and Vegetarianism
• Triathlete Gut Check: How to Avoid GI Distress
• Off-Season Nutrition: Improving your Power-to-Weight Ratio
• Triathlete Nutrition: How to Refuel for Optimal Performance

Racing Strategies

• Endurance Athletes and the Benefits of Mental Training, Pt. 1
• Endurance Athletes (and Coaches) and the Benefits of Mental Training, Pt. 2 
• Time Trial Pacing on Hilly Terrain: Power Analysis of 13 Mile Rolling Time Trial Effort

Product

• Reflections on a Visit to Cervelo's North American Headquarters
• Bike Tech 101: How to Select a Bicycle Frame

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** Some nutrition articles contributed by Cadence's sports nutrition partner, Trismarter.com. Trismarter.com is an internet-based sports nutrition service providing professional sports nutrition services including comprehensive dietary analysis, menu planning, and healthy weight loss support. Trismarter.com was founded on the principle of using evidence-based practices in delivering highly customized, quality services. Email: info@trismarter.com for more information on such innovative services as the Tri2Lose Program, Weight Management for Peak Performance and Menu Planning Solutions.