About the Author

Chris Carmichael is an endurance coach and adviser to Olympic athletes and teams around the world. He is Lance Armstrong's personal coach, as well as coach to athletes of all levels. During 1997 and 1998, Chris dedicated his time and talents to shaping Lance Armstrong's return from cancer to professional racing. In 1999, he founded Carmichael Training Systems (CTS) to bring quality coaching to elite athletes and active people alike.

"I would not be a six-time Tour de France champion without Chris Carmichael ." -Lance Armstrong

Reviews

"Meeting my coach, Chris Carmichael, in 1990, when I had more ambition than skills, started me on the road to success.  He helped me realize my dream of winning the Tour de France." -Lance Armstrong