Painfull fore-arms

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sean8997 10 Aug 21:19  

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My Profile 		Hi all,

Relatively new to cycling having started properly in Feb when I bought a Specialized Tri-cross Sport.

Over the months I've been out and about more and more and do maybe 3-4 rides a week ranging from a steady 15 miles to longer 30 milers and recently did my 1st 50+ mile ride (Chester Borken Soke Spotive).

My problem being that my fore-arms and up to my elbows are really starting to get a bit painfull, especially when I pick things up and even when I bend my arms, I try not to grip my bars too tightly and try to relax as much as possible when I'm riding.

Anyone got any advice, maybe doing some weights etc???

Many thanks for your help in anticipation.

Sean

My Latest Route: Nov 2011 Bala Lake Vernwy Loop
FIR3DRAGON 10 Aug 21:45  

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Hi Sean, are you sure your frame is the right size for you? I get pins & needles from time to time, but never anything lasting.


Bongo 10 Aug 23:55  

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Hi Sean, first of all was the bike new from shop or second hand. If new then from shop then I presume the frame size would be right size for your height etc and also the shop should have made sure that your saddle height was adjusted correctly. If however you have purchased second hand then I would suggest that you take your bike along to a cycle shop and get advice regarding saddle height etc. Should the problem persist after adjustment then it might be advisable to see your GP. Leave the weights alone for now they may cause complications. In the meantime please enjoy the freedom of cycling.



sean8997 11 Aug 15:14  

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My Profile 		Thanks for the replies guys,

I got my bike from the Specialized Concept store in Chester, they didnt do any measurements/fitting etc when I picked my bike up, think I may go in and ask them to do a fitting for me on the weekend.

Thanks again

Sean

My Latest Route: Nov 2011 Bala Lake Vernwy Loop

davidcreighton 10 Sep 16:29  

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Hi

I have had similar and following a Physio visit they focused on the muscles in the back of my neck. You arm tendons all go through this spot so any tightness will manifest itself in your arms/wrists. It took a while to accept this but following a couple of sessions of neck massage my arms are now okay

Also, cycling is like jogging your body has to re-adjust to a new way of working and being put understress so a slow build up is the best approach.

All the above assumes the bike does fit you though

David