Tri harder: strong triceps can be an asset on your bike (or at the beach)
Article Abstract:
Cyclists should develop strong triceps to improve their bike-handling capabilities. One way of strengthening the triceps is by doing push-ups, possibly three sets of 25 per workout. Other exercise techniques to be considered include dumbbell kickbacks and seated triceps extension.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1997
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A pain in the neck?
Article Abstract:
Cyclists can prevent neck pain, otherwise known as Shermer neck, by building strong and flexible muscles at the back of the neck. To achieve this, exercises involving the upper back and shoulder muscles are recommended.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1997
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Power pistons
Article Abstract:
Strong calves can help cyclists pedal faster. Strengthened calf muscles make for a better bridge to transfer the power of the quadricep muscles to the bicycle foot and pedal.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1997
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