Cycling puts your body through repetitive, limited-range motion for hours at a time. These eight stretches target the areas that tighten up most, keeping you comfortable on the bike and reducing your risk of injury off it.
Releases tension in the lumbar spine accumulated from prolonged time in an aero or aggressive riding position.
Counteracts the chronic hip flexion from cycling by lengthening the psoas and rectus femoris, improving hip extension and pedalling efficiency.
Stretches the gluteal muscles and deep external rotators that work hard during seated and standing climbing efforts.
Lengthens the quadriceps that bear the brunt of pedalling force, reducing tightness that can contribute to knee pain.
Addresses posterior chain tightness common in cyclists, improving the range of motion needed for a comfortable and efficient riding position.
Releases the calf muscles that are under constant isometric load while pedalling, particularly important for riders who pedal with a toe-down style.
Targets the deeper soleus muscle and Achilles tendon, crucial for ankle stability during pedalling and cleat engagement.
Addresses iliotibial band tightness that can cause lateral knee pain in cyclists, particularly those with high training volumes or bike-fit issues.