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Injury Prevention and Cycling

Cycling is an ever increasing sport and mode of transportation, growing in popularity across North America. Vancouver has always been a hot spot for mountain biking, with local mountains providing great access to cyclists from around the Lower Mainland. With Metro Vancouver becoming more bike friendly every year, increased cycling...

• Posted: September 2, 2015
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Vitality Blog
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  Cycling,  Injury Prevention,  Muscle,  Rehabilitation

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Quick Stretch For Cyclists

Bicycling motion gets most of its power from the front thigh muscles (quads), combined with the seated position (hip flexion). As a result, bicyclists often experience tight hip flexors. If not maintained, this leads to a forward rotation of the hips which can cause other problems in the body structure such...

• Posted: January 30, 2015
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Vitality Blog
• |  Tags: Cycling,  Massage,  Stretches

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Pre Cycling Stretches

Stretching before any physical activity helps prevent injury and gives your muscles a chance to warm up. Here are some basic stretches for muscles that are used during cycling. Start off by stretching your neck. Slowly roll your head from shoulder to shoulder. Repeat five times in each direction. Sitting upright...

• Posted: September 6, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Chiropractic, Sports Therapy, Wellness Articles
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  Cycling,  Sports Therapy,  Stretches

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