Injury Prevention for Cyclists
Yoga for Cyclists • 14m
Cycling creates imbalances and if left unaddressed injury is inevitable. Luckily, a little bit of yoga goes a long way to mitigate common cycling injuries. Use this routine at least once a week to protect common trouble spots including your neck, knees, low back, and IT bands.
- Focus: injury prevention
- Key muscles: neck, knees, low back, IT bands
- When: pre-/post-ride or recovery day
- Suggested prop: folded blanket
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