The Line - Dr Richard Freeman

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Résumé :
Freeman was team doctor for British Cycling and Team Sky, treating some of the world's most successful cyclists, including Sir Bradley Wiggins and Victoria Pendleton. Here he reveals the principles and practices that helped the athletes succeed. Many of these are now considered commonplace, but were Freeman's innovations. He also frankly discusses recent allegations regarding the use and misuse of medical treatments in sport.

Biographie:

Dr Richard Freeman was Head of Medicine at Bolton Wanderer's Football Club and the English Premiership, before moving on to become team doctor at British Cycling and Team Sky between 2009 and 2017.
Dr Freeman's patients in professional cycling have inspired a generation and are now household names: Sir Chris Hoy, Sir Bradley Wiggins, Mark Cavandish, Chris Froome, Geraint Thomas, Ed Clancy, Victoria Pendleton, to name just a few.
Dr Freeman is now enjoying a quieter life, returning to family medicine and spending time with his four grandchildren.