October 11, 201510 yr Trials riding is such a great workout, there's no doubt about that. Was curious if anybody uses Trials riding as exercise exclusively? If not, what else do you do to keep in shape?
October 11, 201510 yr When I use to workout.. I rode MTB as well, mostly for fun, but for exercise as well. Some light weight training and stationary bike riding during the winter
October 11, 201510 yr You must also work hard at keeping the right fluid levels - Just as well I live in the home of Cider, Somerset
October 11, 201510 yr I do power- and olympic-lifting, and strongman training 6 days/week Edited October 11, 201510 yr by s.e.lucas
October 11, 201510 yr I've been a auto mechanic for about 40+ years , so I'm on my feet 10hrs. a day and the last time i had a pedometer on I walk/jog about 12 miles a day average . And unless I'm working on new vehicles , I tend to use just hand tools as old vintage iron likes a gentle touch . After work I do a few 12oz. curls alternating between right and left arm while cooking for my kids. And I play with my dog every day too ! who has time for more exercise ???? But I do find that some stretching exercises before a ride help me relax and reduce cramping . And I ride to have fun and relax , so I don't really count riding as exercise , although it actually is ... Glenn
October 11, 201510 yr One of the reasons I ride trials is that I can't run or bike anymore (knee problems), so it's trials and walking for me (aggravates the knees less). Aside from that I do some light weights at home. The best riding season I ever had was when I was still running regularly, it really makes a huge difference.
October 11, 201510 yr I do power- and olympic-lifting, and strongman training 6 days/week I am interested to know if this has a detrimental effect on your trials? I used to ride with a guy who does weight lifting and he was so stiff and rigid on the bike.
October 11, 201510 yr Author I am interested to know if this has a detrimental effect on your trials? I used to ride with a guy who does weight lifting and he was so stiff and rigid on the bike. No it's actually the opposite. Strong people are usually more flexible and limber despite the stereotype of the muscle bound fella. The stronger you are in any sport-the better.
October 12, 201510 yr No it's actually the opposite. Strong people are usually more flexible and limber despite the stereotype of the muscle bound fella. The stronger you are in any sport-the better. Lower body is especially flexible. Don't really get tired from riding.
October 12, 201510 yr Every time I say the word "exercise" I have to wash my mouth out with chocolate.
October 12, 201510 yr You will do better at trials if you do some additional exercise to get your heart rate and stamina up. Cycling or MTB better than running. Running tends to wear out your knees which already get enough hammer on a trials bike.
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