Strong for the saddle

As cyclists we’re always concerned about our legs as the driving force, but it’s your trunk that stabilises you on the bike, so forgetting about your core and back muscles can lead to injuries,’ says Hannah Attenburrow, former elite racer turned cycling coach, Pilates instructor and founder of Beyond The Studio Pilates.

‘Pilates keeps you strong and in a good position on the bike. It helps with correct posture and uses functional movement patterns to maintain flexibility.’

This 20-minute routine has been devised by Attenburrow to prevent injury, enhance flexibility, improve