Thigh workout is good, hamstring is not
06-03-11 | 09:09 AM
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Thigh workout is good, hamstring is not
I get a great thigh workout but my hamstrings don't get hit like I'd want. Any advice? A few things that I'm thinking are:
- I may be mashing too much and not spinning enough
- I'm not emphasizing pulling on the pedals enough to engage the hammies
Thoughts?
- I may be mashing too much and not spinning enough
- I'm not emphasizing pulling on the pedals enough to engage the hammies
Thoughts?
06-03-11 | 10:08 AM
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Cycling is great for the quads and calves. Not so much for the hamstrings. I use various strength training exercises to strengthen my hamstrings.
06-03-11 | 11:37 AM
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I believe they are engaged more in the upstroke if you are using clips or clipless pedals.
06-03-11 | 12:52 PM
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I feel you are right. I use toe cages and do what I can to use the entire stroke but at times I have to force myself to remember.
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