You Should Try This 15-Minute Shoulder Workout on Your Cross-Training Days Bicycling 1/9/2021
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When it comes to strength training on your non-riding days, your legs and even your core are probably the muscles you prioritize most. However, skipping shoulder workouts isn’t in your best interest if you’re looking to improve your performance on the bike.
That’s because weak shoulders can cause pain and discomfort, which can slow you down and potentially lead to injuries down the road.
“The hunched over posture a cyclist holds for hours on a road bike can put stress on the back and shoulders in a big way,” Amber Rees, senior trainer at Barry’s in New York City and cofounder of the Brave Body Project, tells