Originally Posted by fifao
I'm just wondering. I'm pretty thin, and would like to develop some more upper body strength; my question is, where is the balance between upper strength and a light cyclist?
Do you want upper body strength or a larger chest and biceps? You can have plenty of upper body strength by doing more sets with higher reps but using lighter weights.
My weight program at the gym includes exercises for my entire body but with more emphasis on the legs and back. I also do lots of crunches and try to remember to stretch a lot after the workout. Rather than increasing my weights, I've been increasing the reps or adding another set. I only increase the weight when I can do at least another full set at the old weight.
The Training and Nutrition forum has lots of good info. on there.