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  • I dont stretch before ride… but want to
  • redthunder
    Free Member

    Is this a reasonable set to start with ?

    1 Quadriceps Stretch

    * Balance against a bike or a wall and grasp the right foot behind the back with the right hand.
    * Gently pull the foot up and away without bending at the waist.
    * Repeat with the other leg.

    2 Hamstring Stretch

    * Lean on the bike and bend over at the waist.
    * Place one foot forwards and the other directly behind to form a triangle.
    * Lower the body slightly with the weight on the front foot, which is where the hamstring stretch should be felt.
    * Increase the stretch by lowering the body still further if comfortable.
    * Repeat with the other leg.

    3 Pulldowns: Lats, Trapezius and Triceps Stretch

    * Balance on the bike with weight resting on the arms.
    * Let the head drop deeply between the shoulder blades to create a powerful stretch in the lats and triceps.
    * Pulling down with the arms increases the stretch further.

    4 Squats: Lower Back Stretch

    * Hold onto the bike for balance and squat down keeping heels on the floor.
    * Try to lower the backside as close to the heels as possible to maximise the stretch.

    5 Calf Stretch

    * Lean against a wall and place the leg to be stretched backwards with the other in front taking most of the weight.
    * Keep the heel of the rear foot firmly on the floor with the toe pointing in front.
    * Push the hips forward as far as is comfortable to stretch the calf.
    * Repeat with the other leg.

    Source = http://bicycle-training.suite101.com/article.cfm/stretching_exercises_for_cyclists

    IA
    Full Member

    Stretching after a ride will do you more good.

    If you must stretch before, get properly warmed up first. A bit sweaty is about right.

    steve_b77
    Free Member

    Interesting and something i've never really thought about pre-ride. Do tend to stretch post-ride if I feel a bit of cramp setting in after long days on the road

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