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Originally Posted by Spartan112
Yes I do use padded gloves, they were the first thing I bought along with cycling shorts. I do stand every so often, I'll try to do so a bit more often.
OPK, at the midpoint of your ride, get off the bike and do some stretches too. Take about 5 minutes to do them. Here are some stretching exercises that will likely help.

These aren't cycling specific, but do help.

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