Bend: Alignment on Circle Discussion and Simulation - Jan 2013
The Sweet Spot of Biomechanics
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19m
Discussion and simulation to help you understand and feel what it means to bend. I hope you do get up and try this one... So many students find this helpful at my clinics! What you will learn about your bodies in this exercise usually directly translates to what you find while riding. This video is excellent for everyone who wants to have a deeper understanding of bending.
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