Originally Posted by
alentric
Actually I started working on my core and began yoga classes. I will try the minor change suggestions to my current bike in the spring before I get a new bike. I do have an urge to get a new bike, but not sure which type of bike to get at this point. My back isn't as bad as some of the people that replied to me. I'm certainly not in the recumbent camp , but I wouldn't rule it out in the future.
Thanks
Good for you.
Remember to resist comparing to others & overdoing it (especially arching the back e.g. 'upward dog' IME).
Also some instructors will give lip service to 'listening to your body',
and then push you way too far.
New bikes are fun, especially if leading to more enthusiastic riding.