1. DeadliftsWorks: Your Glutes, hamstrings, hips, quads, backPurpose: The move strengthens your posterior chain – the stride-driving muscles in your hamstrings and glutesHow: Stand with your feet under a barbell, shins almost touching the bar, feet
the years, then suddenly you develop pain.The following tips will help deal with general aches and pains, but see a GP if you have any concerns.HipWHAT AND WHY Pushing excessively high gears can wreak havoc on your hips, as can tight muscles and weak glutes
Riding all day nearly always exposes your weakest link, which for most riders is the core. "The core area - your abs, lower back, obliques, hips and glutes - helps transfer power to the pedals, as well as stabilise the rider on the bike," says US
’t want stronger glutes, more stable hips and faster times? And with the cold, dark winter days still hanging around, now is the perfect time to hit the gym and try something new. Give it just four weeks and you should notice a marked improvement
, not across your body. Keep your elbows bent about 90 degrees and cup your hands into loose fists with your fingers lightly touching your palms.17. ...TorsoRun tall, so that your back is comfortably straight. Avoid leaning forwards from the waist.18. ...Hips