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I don't want to be the guy with more money than lung/legs. I keep to modest bikes and learn to get my fitness up. Some day I'll do the Lynskey's when I deserve them.
Hi Guys,Jackman, I will certainly take my time and my fit and fitness are now a priority. Thanks.All, I don’t want to be the guy that can't ride in 20 years’ time.I went for my injury assessment and fit today. I am now of the opinion that a professional fit, physio and training are a worthwhile investment for most cyclists, especially if you are managing an injury.My results were surprising. The technique I have been trying to correct was actually OK, except for the 56% left, 44% right power balance; my injured knee is the left. Also, what I thought was a decent technique correction was "the weirdest stroke" he has seen. My fit was not horrid, but has been tweaked and I need to purchase a different stem to give me a little more reach and slightly more upright riding position. A few indoor training sessions to address and reassess left-right power inequity might also be helpful.The more serious surprise came with the injury assessment. I seem to have been compensating for my prolapsed disc and associated sciatic nerve issues by (dis)engaging certain muscle groups on the left side. Also, I can’t maintain hip stability when squatting on one leg, either side. Thankfully no muscle atrophy, just weakness. So, remedial work will be the main focus for the next few months… and possibly forever. Initially physio, then ongoing Pilates.As an aside, he also thought I was nuts living where I do and riding single speed. I might benefit from an indoor trainer to get some base fitness back. It is time to start taking care of my body.Cheers,Raymond
My results were surprising. The technique I have been trying to correct was actually OK, except for the 56% left, 44% right power balance; my injured knee is the left. Also, what I thought was a decent technique correction was "the weirdest stroke" he has seen. My fit was not horrid, but has been tweaked and I need to purchase a different stem to give me a little more reach and slightly more upright riding position. A few indoor training sessions to address and reassess left-right power inequity might also be helpful.The more serious surprise came with the injury assessment. I seem to have been compensating for my prolapsed disc and associated sciatic nerve issues by (dis)engaging certain muscle groups on the left side. Also, I can’t maintain hip stability when squatting on one leg, either side. Thankfully no muscle atrophy, just weakness. So, remedial work will be the main focus for the next few months… and possibly forever. Initially physio, then ongoing Pilates.Cheers,Raymond
Very nice Levi.Where do you buy all your goodies?George
Hey Raymond,I may be suffering from the same weak left side vs right side strength imbalance. I recently had a bike ergonomic fitting and my left knee moves horizontally a couple of inches during the stroke cycle while my right knee goes straight up and down like a piston. I've suspected a muscle strength imbalance from skiing and most recently starting golf lessons. The golfing has really caused lower back pain and I had to stop for a couple of weeks. I just started physical therapy 2 weeks ago and hope that brings about some correction and long term sustainability.Can you share what PT or exercises you are working on?ThanksKenreau
I am still thinking if I should get the Q-rings or the regular round.