Back Pain and Body Aches from Riding a Big Bike
At the end of the year like this… who’s planning a big bike road trip with friends? 🏍️
Sitting in the same tense riding posture for long periods can definitely lead to aches and pains. Today, Stretch me Clinic shares 4 simple stretches that you can do even while stopped at a red light to help relax your body and ease fatigue.
1. Neck Tilts to Reduce Tension
Maintaining a tense riding posture combined with the weight of a helmet often causes neck and shoulder pain.
It’s recommended to remove your helmet first, then gently tilt your head to the left and right alternately. Breathe in and out slowly while doing this to effectively relieve tension in the neck muscles.
2. Torso Twist to Ease Lower Back Pain
Riding in an incorrect posture for long periods, along with road vibrations, can cause fatigue in the waist and lower back above the tailbone.
To stretch, keep one hand on the handlebar and reach the other hand toward the back of the bike. Slowly twist your torso and head in the same direction. Hold for 3–5 seconds, then switch sides.
3. Chest Opener to Reduce Upper Back Pain
Another common issue for big bike riders is upper back or shoulder blade pain caused by carrying luggage.
To relieve this, put your backpack down first. Interlace your fingers behind your head, open your chest forward, and pull both elbows back. Hold briefly, then relax back to the starting position.
4. Wrist Stretch to Prevent Locking
Constantly gripping the brake and clutch levers can cause stiffness in the wrists and fingers.
To relieve this, interlace your fingers, extend your arms forward, rotate your palms outward, and gently push your hands forward to stretch. Avoid rushing the movement, as moving too quickly may increase pain.
After returning from your trip, you can further relax muscles that have been under heavy strain by visiting Stretch me Clinic.
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