Mountain Bike Rider

IMPROVE YOUR BODY

BULLETPROOF YOUR BODY

Paying attention to the human machine and adding a few strength exercises to your routine can help you take your riding to the next level.

WRISTS: DEAD HANG

Hang from a pull-up bar with your palms facing forward. Engaging your shoulder blades and holding a hollow position through your midline will help keep the movement safe and effective. Once hanging, hold until your grip gives out. When you let go, take 3 breaths and hop back on. Repeat this for a total of 3 sets.

You can perform this style of grip training multiple times per day if you have the opportunity, but to start, try 3 times per week.

ANKLES: SKI JUMP

The lateral nature of the ski jump

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