The Guide to Truly Effective Cycling: Learn to Self-Coach from BikesEtc Magazine's Cycling Guru Paperback – December 15, 2019

I began cycling for over 10 years ago and in 2015 I completed my first Ironman. I have used several coaches over the years but my cycling didn't really improve until I was introduced to Pav and his coaching method. This book explains so many terms and practices that I never understood. After reading this book, I have a much better understanding of not only what to do but why I should do these things to improve my cycling. Well done, Pav.

I joined Pav and Spokes Fit because I like the way he talks about training for ME and my needs and goals. What I like about this book is it's the same style - honest, easy to understand and shows his passion for his own brand of coaching!It's a great read and I'd put the nutritional elements alongside Training Food by Renee McGregor for just how useful that knowledge is. For someone who is very new to cycling and has never been in that world, this is an invaluable tool. I feel like I can start to make judgements on my training or question my Coach about the hows and whys and whens and no just simply accept the plan.To conclude, having read it I think you could absolutely use the book as a key component to self Coaching and make some massive gains! Give it a read and you wont be disappointed!

I found the book to be very comprehensive but easy to read and follow. It does give you great tips on how to improve your cycling abilities however it is also very honest that it is not a substitute to professional coaching. On the first couple of chapters there is a great tool about setting your goals but also scoring your commitment levels. This is the basics of any successful ATP and Pav has nailed it here with this tool. I will now set my ATP knowing my realistic commitment levels which hopefully will make it more realistic and achievable.

This book can be described as the manual for taking the holistic approach to your cycling and life style. The first innovation comes in part one chapter two where the reader is asked to create a score for their level of commitment to their training program, taking into account available time, willingness / ability to stick to a nutrition plan, their goals, and work / family obligations. This is really valuable when it comes to setting SMART targets.This is a book to keep at hand as a reference and re-visit on a regular basis as you progress through your annual training plan.

Great book - not had time yet to sit down and read from cover to cover yet, but have skimmed all the chapters and had so many immediately actionable tips that are already worth the purchase price! Awesome to see so much of the book dedicated to the mental aspect of cycling too.

I have only had chance to read chapter 1 so far but already feel like a benefit will come.I found it an easy read and only a lack of time has prevented me from reading more.