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Sunday, December 19, 2010

Are you experiencing knee or foot discomfort related to spinning?

Knee pain is usually associated with a seat position that is too high, too low or too far forward or back. Improper bike shoe or cleat position can also cause knee pain.

  • A seat that is too high will cause pain in the back of the knee.
  • A seat too high will also cause your hips to rock side to side, which may cause low back discomfort.
  • A seat that is too low or too far forward may cause pain in the front of the knee.
  • Improper foot position on the pedal (or improper cleat alignment) can cause pain on the inside or outside of your knees. 
Slight differences in leg length may also cause knee pain because the seat height is only adjusted for one side. Shoe inserts or orthotics can help correct this problem.
Foot pain or numbness is often the result of wearing soft-soled shoes. Cleated cycling shoes have stiff soles that distribute pressure evenly over the pedal. Cleats help you pedal more efficiently.
Foot pain or numbness can also be caused by using too much resistance, or "mashing" on the pedals, which results in more pressure where the foot meets the pedal.
Bump it to the right...See you in the gym!!!

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