Sore hands

[bozmandb9]

i know, not unusual, get good gloves, correct fit of bike.

But my question is, would you expect pain in hands (and a@@e) when suddenly increasing mileage? Until recently I did little riding, but currently on holiday in France and doing 25-45 miles per day.

Any tips for things to look out for or help adjust to higher mileage?

Stem wise I've just switched, and feel I probably have that about right now. It's possible most of the hand pain started before I switched. It's not that bad, annoying on rides, and hurts if I push down on heel of hand. I have good gel tech gloves.

 

[steve50]

Too much weight being transferred to your hands, try re-positioning so you have the majority of your weight on the saddle, you should have your hands just resting on the handle bars.

 

[Katherine]

Keep moving your hands about.
Try to support your weight with your core.

 

[bozmandb9]

Thanks guys. I think I need to work on my posture in the saddle. Think I'll adjust it to be a little flatter.

 

[Racing roadkill]

Work on your core strength. The stronger your core is the less weight you'll be putting on your hands.

 

[bozmandb9]

I'm sure I have the core strength, I'm a Masters Sprint Athlete, but think I'm just using poor posture on the bike.

 

[Katherine]

I'm sure I have the core strength, I'm a Masters Sprint Athlete, but think I'm just using poor posture on the bike.

Yeah, but can you hold a plank position for 20 breaths?

 

[bozmandb9]

Yeah, but can you hold a plank position for 20 breaths?

Around 5 minutes last time I tried ( not long ago).