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This is our educational blog. Every month, we discuss different topics; we want to teach you the basics of posture, movement, and exercise so you can move though life more fluidly and with less pain. Being strong and having a well-aligned musculoskeletal system really can increase your wellness. This is where we want to hear from you—click here to ask us questions about your exercise program or your postural pain problem.
Body Wellness: Bike Injuries
By Patricia Staszak, PT
Cycling is an excellent form of cardiovascular exercise that can be performed by people of all ages. It is primarily a non weight bearing exercise that is easier on the knees than running, walking and even the elliptical trainer. However, as with any sport, due to the repetitive nature of the movement during cycling, overuse injuries are common. Proper bike fit and cycling technique can reduce the incidence of these injuries. The purpose
Basic Principles of Bicycle Fit and Posture - Part Two
By Patricia Staszak, PT
Continued from Part One...
Bicycle Posture
After your bike is fit properly, it is important to learn the proper posture to assume when you are on the bike. Cycling posture varies depending on the type of bike that is used. There are basically three type of bikes and therefore three different postures that are assumed.
Basic Principles of Bicycle Fit and Posture - Part One
By Patricia Staszak, PT
Basic Principles of Bike Fit
Fitting a bike properly to a person is a very detailed task and one that is best served by a visit to someone who specializes in this area - either a reputable bike shop in the area or to a physical therapist or fitness professional. Although I will not be able to cover all the nuances of proper bike fit, I would like to review a few basis principles of the fit simple measurements that you can use to examine your position on your bike.
Disclaimer: This blog is intended for informational purposes only. Answers to your questions do not qualify as physical therapy treatment, and we are under no circumstance liable for advice given on this website. Without a formal evaluation, we are unable to fully evaluate your individual situation and can only give general advice. If you have specific questions or complications, or if your problem is more serious than can be addressed on a blog, please consult your physician or another health care professional. We would be happy to provide further care in our physical therapy clinic if you obtain a referral from you physician, as required by the state of Illinois.
