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Upper Back Strength Training for Mountain Bikers

For proper control, posture, and breathing on your mountain bike, it's important to have good upper back mobility and lower back stability.

By Liz Koch
July 15, 2021

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For proper control, posture, and breathing on your mountain bike, it’s important to have good upper back mobility and lower back stability. Liz Koch of the Ride Life explains the hows and whys of upper back training, and explains that it’s crucial to make sure your upper back is getting the right attention.

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Liz Koch

I’m a doctor of physical therapy and strength and endurance coach. I have programs that help women mtn bikers become stronger and fitter to have more fun on their bike and feel confident in their body, The Ride Life. I also run a PT clinic in Western North Carolina, Blue Ridge BioMechanics. I want to share knowledge so you know exactly what to do to ride better, stronger, and keep your body feeling good.