Originally Posted by
yrrej
I am having a problem trying to dismount my bike...
I guess my 70 year joints are not quite as flexible as
they used to be.
I don't seem to be able to lift my right leg as high as
I would like to make a clean dismount from my bike.
Even mounting the bike I have to tilt the bike a good
bit to get the old leg over the saddle.
Does anyone know of any exercises/stretches that
could make my hips a bit more flexible?
Thanks,
Jerry
I'm 69 and never stretch. There is no scientific basis for static stretching. There was a good article on the subject in the NY Times a few weeks ago that drove home that point. Possibly a google search will recover it.
I would suggest the best way to maintain flexibility and more importantly balance and reflexes/quick reaction time is weight training. Suggest you read Younger Next Year for an easy to read overview of the science and benefits.
If you are not riding a compact frame, you might consider getting one. That lower top tube is really nice.
Al