INJURY PREVENTION FOR MOUNTAIN BIKING
Most injuries from mountain biking tend to happen when riding… or to be more specific, when crashing! However, there are injuries which can come about from overuse, general tightness and the combination of weekday desk warrior and weekend mtb warrior.
This article will address trying to prevent those injuries which can arise from overuse and general bike riding. Most of us these days are sedentary for the bulk of our day, and try to readdress the balance by riding really hard at the weekend.
The injuries that happen when you crash… well, I’m sad to say I can’t help you there.
Some of the niggles and injuries listed below can also be a direct result of an ill-fitting bike (for example, your saddle is too low or too high, or your reach is too long), so think about a proper fitting when buying a new bike. It’s also worth mentioning that your body changes over time, and
