Tips for Cycling to prevent injury,
alleviate pain and keep you moving for life.
If you feel pain during or after riding, a physiotherapist can help.
1. Select a bike that fits. An ill-fitting bike causes pain.
A bike that fits – frame size, pedal alignment, handlebar position and saddle
height – promotes good posture. Your physio can provide tips on correct bike
fit and can correct poor mechanics before pain and injury develop.
2. Choose cycling if you have osteoarthritis in your hips,
knees or feet. The non-impact, rhythmic motion helps reduce joint pain and stiffness and keeps your muscles strong. Your physio can prescribe a cycling program and help you choose the right bike.
3. The aerobic benefits of cycling help to manage high
blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Cycling builds stamina. Your physio can help determine the right level of
aerobic exercise and develop a program to meet your goals.
4. Stretch and strengthen off your bike to improve
on-bike performance. Your physio can create a program to treat muscles that are prone to tightness as well as help you strengthen areas such as your core to dramatically improve your cycling efficiency.
No comments:
Post a Comment