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Originally Posted by BROOKLINEBIKER
Hi Carbonfiber,
Thanks for your recommendations. I am working on core but that is a long-term project. I am in need of some relief soon. I will check out Core Advantage. I am wary of increasing my reach on the bike. I do a lot bike commuting in heavy traffic and need my hands near the brakes to stay alive. Also, reaching in certain angles inflame my rotator cuffs. I will check out the video.
In traffic, you should always ride with your hands on the hoods, two fingers on the levers. Reach is good unless your shoulder movement is limited. Reach mostly affects the lats.
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