Is Back Pain Keeping You From Riding A Bike?

Back pain is a common health issue with most of the bike riders. It is the second most health problem after knee pain among cyclists. Despite cycling being an excellent physical workout, it often leads to excruciating back pain. As the cyclist moves the hips, ankles, and knees, the quadriceps, gluteals, and calves are also engaged. This pulling and pushing motion tends to pile pressure on the spine which eventually leads to painful symptoms on the lower back. The root causes that lead to lower back pain in bicyclists might include riding a bicycle that is too big for them, Difference in the leg length, Bad posture while riding, lack of proper flexibility, any injuries, lack of core strength, personal health problems, riding style.

 

 Whether your pain hits you as soon as you start cycling or doesn’t hit until later on in your ride, lower back pain can dissuade from your cycling experience. Poor spinal health and bad posture can bring you ongoing discomfort. If it’s bad enough, it might even be enough to sideline you completely. Fortunately, there are several ways to avoid back pain from cycling if it does strike.

• Correct your position : Follow a perfect position while riding the bike. Ride a bike that is perfectly fit for you. Do not ride a bike that is too big for you. Bike fit is the primary step. The saddle should be in the right position. If your bike is too long for you, you will have to stretch out to reach the handle, so ride a bike which is perfect for you.  

• Strengthen your core: While pedalling, it is the core that will stabilize the pelvis. It acts as the footing for your legs to push. You will ride faster if your core is strong. If the core is weak, you may have to use your lower back to ride fast, and it may lead to pain in the lower back muscles and can further lead to many complications.
   
• You must loosen your hamstring: A tight hamstring can lead to back pain, so it is necessary to increase your mobility.
   
• Loosen up and relax while cycling.
   
• Gentle stretches and exercise may help you to prevent back pain.
   
• Avoid hunching and drooping away your shoulders while riding.

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Reviewed By: Dr Sai Sudarsan

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