Joined: Dec 2009
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From: Denver area (Ken Caryl Valley)
Bikes: 2022 Moots RCS, 2014 BMC SLR01 DA Mech, 2020 Santa Cruz Stigmata, Ibis Ripmo, Trek Top Fuel, Specialized Epic Pro, Pivot Les Fat
Heavy lifting build bone density. It will not necessarily help if you pack on a ton of muscle. However, strengthening weak muscles will help. In my case, working my hamstrings and adductors has helped me little by little. Obviously riding hard, riding long, and riding up mountains..helps the most. I'm no expert but the weight-room has helped reduce my weaknesses and balance my legs and back.