Managing biker's pains

Wheels of Happiness

Angono, Rizal, Philippines   |   December 30, 2013

 

One of the biggest problems of athletes exercise loving citizens is management of post exercise pain.  As a long distance aficionada before, as a biker, I had my shares of pains.

Mr. Willy Cunanan cant bike because of pain in the knees which even started while in the ship.  He had to bear the pain for 10 months.  He cant bike for a distance because the pain gets worse.

Mr. Jess Verches on the other hand complain of back pain after the Kaybiang tunnel Ternate, Cavite ride.

Here are my thoughts on the said complaints:

Cramp Prevention

Have bike, we will help save the earth...

The cramps of Engr. June asked us to seek solution to prevent cramps.  What are some suggestions to prevent cramps:

l.  Body conditioning.  Many endurance rides.

2.  Plenty of Vit B and Calcium intake.  (for evacuation of lactic acid)

3.  Massage aftet the ride.

4.  Stretching before, during and afer the ride.  We are all familiar with before and after the ride.  How about during the ride.  Well, arch back our back as we sit or stand.  As we pedal, bring your heels lower than you toes.  That will stretch your calf

5.Check your bike seat height.  A cramped pedalling caused by low seat can cause you to cramp your muscles