As a cyclist you’re likely to spend a lot of time scrunched over your handlebars whilst your legs get a sturdy work out. To prevent risk of injury, bad posture and long term muscle complaint, it’s vital that you work in stretches to your daily routine.

Stretches for cyclists everything you need to know

After every ride, while your muscles are still warm, spend a few minutes stretching your core and your leg muscles before packing your bike away and jumping in the shower. It may seem like an annoying waste of time that you’d prefer to spend doing something else, but we promise you it will be worth it in the long run.