While injuries are often a part of being a cyclist, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take them seriously. Calling 111 or seeing your GP is a good idea if you’re unsure about how serious your pain is. Even niggles such as strains need time to recover, though, or they could get worse – and follow recommendations before taking painkillers. Obviously, you want to prevent injuries in the first place, however. Read on for proven ways – from yoga to training load, crank length to sleep patterns – to reduce your chances of overuse injury…
01 CUT CRANK LENGTH
Tradition dictates that longer cranks equate to greater power output because of increased
