Bike Fit Myths Part 1! Pulling Up On The Pedals...

🚴‍♂️ Busting Bike Fit Myths: Part 1 – Pulling Up on the Pedal Stroke! 🚴‍♀️

You’ve probably heard it before: “Pull up on the pedals as well as pushing down.” But studies show this one’s a myth! 🙅‍♂️ Pulling up is actually inefficient—it uses more energy and reduces the overall efficiency of your pedal stroke.

Pulling up wastes more energy than it contributes to forward motion. ❌
It disrupts the smooth, natural flow of your pedal stroke. 🔄
It can cause strain and fatigue in smaller muscle groups. 😓

Let us know what other cycling myths you think we should cover! 👀

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