best spin bike lemond image
tcjtivo
I may be changing gyms. The one catch is that the new gym has LeMond RevMaster spin bikes. They are a bit older but in decent shape. Spinning classes are a priority for me. I tried a class with the LeMond and it was just so different than the other bikes that I'm used to, like the Star Trac and Johnny G's, etc. I just don't know if I can adjust and most importantly keep the mental motivation up to reach my goals. What are your thoughts? Thanks for any and all help that you can give me.
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I won't ride on anything that has "LeMond" on it.
I won't ride on anything that has "LeMond" on it.
Tight Hamstrings- Is my saddle too high?
atomicdoug
I've been racing bikes on and off since the early 90s. Lately I notice during extended pacline riding that my hamstrings get tight, to the point where its uncomfortable. Is there a way I can adjust my saddle position to put more load on my quads and less on the hamstrings? I am pushing down too much on the pedals vs spinning? I set my saddle height using Lemond's formula.
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I'll bet your problem has more to do with overdevelopment of your quads, possibly in combination with a lack of stretching to help keep your hams loose. This is really common in cyclists. A stretching program is the best thing you can do...either some basic exercises or yoga classes.
Cycling positions just naturally produce an imbalance in your leg muscles. Strong quads and tight hams are the norm for frequent riders. If it gets pronounced enough, it can create knee stability problems and even backaches.
If your saddle height is correct according to Greg's .883 formula, then you should be ok. Lowering your saddle will only make the problem worse, and raising it may have no effect or it could start to cause you knee or achilles problems if it's too high. I'd start with gentle but frequent stretching and maybe consider talking to an experienced sports trainer or rehab specialist if you're really having troubles.
Hope this helps some...
I'll bet your problem has more to do with overdevelopment of your quads, possibly in combination with a lack of stretching to help keep your hams loose. This is really common in cyclists. A stretching program is the best thing you can do...either some basic exercises or yoga classes.
Cycling positions just naturally produce an imbalance in your leg muscles. Strong quads and tight hams are the norm for frequent riders. If it gets pronounced enough, it can create knee stability problems and even backaches.
If your saddle height is correct according to Greg's .883 formula, then you should be ok. Lowering your saddle will only make the problem worse, and raising it may have no effect or it could start to cause you knee or achilles problems if it's too high. I'd start with gentle but frequent stretching and maybe consider talking to an experienced sports trainer or rehab specialist if you're really having troubles.
Hope this helps some...
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