Posted: January 7, 2004

Cycling: Carmichael Training Systems and League Make a Winning Team

Bicyclists now have one more reason to join the League of American Bicyclists, thanks to Carmichael Training Systems, the leader in endurance coaching, training, and aerobic development. The company, established by Chris Carmichael, personal coach of cancer survivor, five-time Tour de France Champion, and League member Lance Armstrong, is offering its Excel Training Program to League members at a 25% discount. League members can save nearly $60 while enjoying four months of world class, personalized coaching from the official training authority of the United States Postal Service Pro Cycling Team, the official training partner of USA Cycling, and US Paralympics.

The Carmichael Training Systems Excel Training Program is ideal for League members, whether they are recreational riders, long distance tourists, or racers. For just $36.75 per month and a $9.00 one-time registration, the program can help League members train for their first century, move up to a faster group on their club rides, or prepare for grueling races or events like Blood, Sweat and Gears or Bicycle Tour of Colorado . The CTS philosophy is based on the concept of developing an individual> '> s aerobic system. A strong aerobic engine is paramount to achieving a higher level of fitness without the detrimental effects of high intensity training. In essence, you achieve more gain, with less pain.

Following through on its longstanding commitment to bicycle safety, the League will make its full line of bike safety and education resources available to Carmichael Training Systems customers. With over 500 certified and insured bike education instructors nationwide, a full library of bike education materials, and a dedicated staff of bike education experts, the League is well positioned to offer Carmichael Training Systems any resources it may need.

The League's Executive Director Elissa Margolin said, " We're delighted to partner with Chris Carmichael and Carmichael Training Systems to provide League members with the best training available at such a generous discount. We're looking forward to offering our bike safety expertise to Carmichael clientele.

Chris Carmichael, Founder and Chairman of Carmichael Training Systems, said, "The League plays in important role for all levels of cyclists and we are pleased to offer our services to League members. Whether you are a recreational cyclist or avid racer, CTS can help League members achieve their cycling goals. "

The League of American Bicyclists promotes bicycling for fun, fitness and transportation, and works through advocacy and education for a bicycle-friendly America. The League represents the interests of the nation's 41.4 million bicyclists. With a current membership of 300,000 affiliated cyclists, including 40,000 individuals and 600 organizations, the League works to bring better bicycling to your community. For more information, visit www.bikeleague.org and www.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org .

Carmichael Training Systems, founded in 1999, is a community of athletes and coaches dedicated to improving the performance and lives of athletes of all levels and disciplines. Led by Chris Carmichael, CTS brings coaching expertise, product advice and endurance sports information to the athletic community via the Internet (www.trainright.com) and through personal training camps and clinics. CTS works with a wide variety of athletes including five-time Tour de France Champion Lance Armstrong, 2000 Triathlon Olympic Gold Medallist Simon Whitfield, Montreal Canadiens Captain Saku Koivu, 2001 Mountain Bike World Champion Alison Dunlap, World Record Swimmer Ed Moses and Indy Car racer Eliseo Salazar. CTS is also the official coaching authority of the US Postal Service Cycling Team and the Trek/VW Mountain bike team. CTS also serves as the official coaching service for the US Paralympic cycling team.