Originally Posted by Deederdoll
Koffee --
quick question -- started doing Pilates for the first time this fall, along with spin classes -- my core was so weak! Do you recommend core training for biking? It seems that running uses my abs more than cycling (twisting? different leg motion used during running?) Or is my biking technique just not very good -- in other words, should I be using my abs more in biking than I (apparently) have been? I would think it would help in some of the leg motion....
Pilates? Or Yoga?
any thoughts?
thanks -- great thread.
Sorry. Somehow I didn't see this.
A strong core is definitely necessary- you have to be able to hold yourself upright, and a strong core will also help prevent against back pain. Core training will do every person some good. A pilates class a few times a week would definitely work your core, but if you can't do pilates, try doing some ab exercises and some back exercises instead.
Koffee