Cycling Stretching and Strengthening Routine

Hi everyone,

I have come across this video involving a specific cycling stretching and strengthening routine, which I thought may interest our readers.

There are a range of stretching exercises shown (e.g. hip flexors and hamstrings), all of which allow enhanced mobility throughout movement and assist in attaining an ideal or improved position when riding on the bike.

The strengthening exercises exhibited also attribute to enhanced strength and power development as well as enhanced stability. Some examples include:

• The 'Hamstring Push Up' which involves hamstring activation, but also places a large emphasis on the glutes, the primary mover in hip extension. An increase in gluteal activation will greatly increase the leg drive for a cyclist.
• The 'Finish Chair' (pictured above) is also a great exercise for a cyclist in activation of the core and increase stability during cycling. This exercise creates what we call postural awareness (note the nice straight back/thoracic extension in a compromising load bearing position) in a cyclist, allowing for a quicker transition to an optimal riding position when seated on the bike.

If you have any questions or concerns, let us know

Mitch