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Author: | OldDogDan [ Sat Sep 10, 2016 2:05 pm ] |
Post subject: | Better back, better ride. |
I read this recent article by Gene Hamilton of Better Ride, and he said these "exercises" (really more like prolonged stretches) really helped his back. I have a problem committing to yoga classes and exercise regimes, so I am hopeful these will pay off for me too. Pretty simple stuff you can do almost anywhere. http://betterride.net/blog/2016/mountain-biking-back-pain-final-piece-puzzle/ Direct link to exercises: http://breakingmuscle.com/mobility-recovery/banish-pain-permanently-basic-drills-to-repair-your-posture |
Author: | Canaan [ Sat Sep 10, 2016 8:17 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Better back, better ride. |
^^^ That's a timely post. My back has been killing me lately. In fact, I named today's ride "That Damn Lordotic Curve." I'll have to give the feet-against-the-wall move a go. |
Author: | OhNooo [ Sun Sep 11, 2016 1:10 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Better back, better ride. |
I've been mostly off the bike all summer due to recurring back pain. I hurt it last winter working on Black Mtn trails, and it never really recovered. I guess at my age that trail work is over. The last week in particular has been complete hell. I found this YouTube video just a couple of days ago which has helped me a bunch. The first session was excruciating pain, but it has lessened with each session since then. And I get a lot more mobility already. I'm using a tennis ball because that's what i have. And she is really easy on the eyes too. |
Author: | Canaan [ Mon Sep 12, 2016 12:11 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Better back, better ride. |
Just two days of using the stretches in Dan's videos, and I have already experienced significant relief. The one that has proven especially helpful for me is lying perpendicular to something on which I can rest my legs. It's astounding (at least to me) that such a passive activity can yield such a good result. If I don't continue to experience relief, I guess I will have to go Paul's route and subject myself to some excruciating pain. |
Author: | OhNooo [ Mon Sep 12, 2016 12:46 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Better back, better ride. |
Canaan wrote: If I don't continue to experience relief, I guess I will have to go Paul's route and subject myself to some excruciating pain. You sound hesitant to shove a tennis ball into your ass for some reason.... |
Author: | Canaan [ Mon Sep 12, 2016 3:06 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Better back, better ride. |
OhNooo wrote: Canaan wrote: If I don't continue to experience relief, I guess I will have to go Paul's route and subject myself to some excruciating pain. You sound hesitant to shove a tennis ball into your ass for some reason.... I'm not judging, Paul - different strokes for different folks.... |
Author: | Kimba [ Wed Sep 14, 2016 7:05 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Better back, better ride. |
I tried the first two Dan, and my thoracic spine thanks you! |
Author: | New2Gungho [ Fri Sep 16, 2016 5:54 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Better back, better ride. |
I was recently diagnosed with degenerated disks in the lower lumbar due to scoliosis that will eventually encroach upon the nerves. Dr told me I need core workouts and yoga or pilates, I think mountain biking can provide a core strengthening what do you think. ????????????????????? |
Author: | OhNooo [ Fri Sep 16, 2016 10:35 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Better back, better ride. |
I talked with a trainer who told me that cycling is not a good core exercise. If you stay in the saddle, your torso stays in the same position all the time. If you have spinal issues, you should follow a separate core strengthening regimen. You could possibly ask your doc to prescribe some physical therapy so you can have them craft you a core strengthening plan. |
Author: | avidtest [ Sat Sep 17, 2016 6:10 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Better back, better ride. |
cycling has not contributed to any core strength for me. a recent regiment of push-ups and planks are helping. But cycling alone? Not so much. In a street fight, my legs would kick the shit out of my core. |
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