ARM PUMP

​‪@RyanHughesMX‬
#arm pump
And something came to me the other day that I never really thought about. You know, and it's about arm pump, you know? So we know what causes arm pump.
Maybe faulty technique, ill handling motorcycle, maybe, you know, lifting too many weights, maybe riding over your head a little bit. All these things. And we've had all these ways of trying to fix it. But let's take this pill. Let's put this spray, let's wrap our arms, let's put this device on it with the screw in it, you know, let's get surgery.
Let's cut our hands, cut our body open. But you still get it. And it's still not really fixing the the issue because if you always had to keep doing that, well, then the problem isn't fixed. You just put in a Band-Aid on it and all Band-Aids fall off. So my thought popped process is where does this come from?
There's an ingredient to everything. There's a first step to everything. And I feel it's right here. And what is that the you reacting instead of having initiation? So reactions from the past. So if I'm reacting to the bike and you didn't know it might be so slight, might be so fine for, you know, you know, fine tune, whatever, that you don't even really see it when you're watching somebody.
But when you're riding, you feel it. There's so many times that have come off the track and just been like, Damn, dude, why couldn't you just relax? You know, all the preparation was right. The bike was set up, right? You wanted to win. You had this, you had that, but you just rode so tight because I was riding from reaction reaction of maybe the fear of failure, the what if, the what could, the what might.
And if that's happening, my body is going to be just a little bit behind what's happening right now because the physical forms on the bike, but the mentally form is somewhere else off the bike. So you're always going to be behind what's happening you're always going to be kind of almost in a hope because things are happening fast, but your focus is somewhere else.
Now, those days that I just came off the track and everybody's had these days in races, they're just like, Whoa, how do I do this again? Right. And that was from initiation. Initiation from the future, meaning I'm putting my body where I want it to be. I'm my body's in a slow it's in, you know, a movement pattern.
So if the bike does does something I'm not expected for, my body's already moving with it. My body's already transitioning with it. My body's already initiated, initiating the next section movement, whatever it is. So then the bike catch up catches up. But if I'm in reaction, the bike is going to move just a subtle bit before my body catches up to it or pushes away from it.
So that's what I've kind of come to that everything has a first ingredient. And you can't say I got arm pump and it's that or I fix it this way, but where's it starting from? And I feel it starting from here. From being in that box of what if, what could fear failure? And that's going to cause you to just be just a little bit behind the bike and that's going to be causing you to react to it.
And anytime that you react to something, you're probably going to stiff up a little bit, tighten up a little bit. But any time that you're very confident you trust, there's not a bunch of expectation that I have to be this guy to do this. This can't happen you know, you're going to be an initiation. Initiation is always moving before, right?
You're always moving before something. You're always, you know, focusing on before the next thing happens, so to speak, because that that's that's kind of the future. So think about this. Go back to some of your races. Sometimes you ride and see because if you had armed punk all the time, like I said, you would be able to maybe pinpoint what it is.
But not everybody has arm pump all the time is certain situations, certain conditions, certain races. And so what is the difference? The bike different? No, you're training different. No, there's not much different except what this is doing because this is controlling the body. So this is locked up. This is locked up. And then these things get locked up and then you're just you know, in a world of hurt.
So look at that a little bit and see if that makes sense. Because again, I've got an arm pump many times in my life and I've tried it. Oh, is this it's that? Maybe it's that. Well, yeah, but I never really focused on where my mindset was. Was I reacting to everything just so to leave and know that maybe I was top three or was everything is more of an initiation, more of a feel because I wasn't focused on what I thought it should be in what I thought it shouldn't be.
Right. It just is. So maybe that helps. And again, after 39 years, I've done something different. You never stop learning, I guess, right? So if I never stop learning, then I guess you guys will never stop learning because I'm going to never stop sharing. So peace.

[@nicholasmorris617]

Mr. Hughes you are one of the most inspiring people I have ever hurd before. The way you think and teach us is incredible. No matter how old I get, I never stop learning. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@RyanHughesMX]

You rock! #chargelife #iamryno

[@Cdoles610]

Haven’t had a bike in 10 years got my 25 yz250fx reserved and I’m in full blown study mode and working out to get back in moto shape. Thanks for the content Ryno!

[@jonathondavis170]

Being that I was deployed heavily in military from 2005-2012, fought amateur heavyweight Kickboxing & MMA, was a "deep sea" Professional Commercial Diver...moto has been my refuge, but I came in understanding that even 30 horses under a man is going to break the body and mind down after a certain amount of time - fatigue and pain comes with everything. And I suck compared to so many people, but I don't care cause I enjoy it, and have trained slowly and methodically so that I don't repeat the injuries I got from an inflated attitude when I started again in 2015. I always warm up with power walking, lunges, and sprints BEFORE I get on the bike, and always take my first 20-30 min on the bike because I've realized my mind and body may be warmed up, but not warmed up and in tune with my machines so go very slow with every lap or few minutes gradually going faster so everything can afapt...and I admit, it does take longer for me to warm up on the bike than most because I destroyed alot of my joints from Military, Federal Civil Service, and Professional Commercial Diving I the oil fields in the ocean, or salvage, or ship husbandry maintenance etc. I had a very serious TBI and arm and leg trauma in military, that left me with opiate addiction, seizures, neuropathy that feels like acid being dropped on my bones, daily headaches/migraines, and Post Traumatic (Brain Trauma) Hypersomnia/Insomnia - ruled as Post Traumatic Type II Narcolepsy that is fought by stimulants. The PTSD from death of friends/comrades was some aftermath effects too...but I REFUSE to let this sport be taken away from me, so I take my time, and gave no pride. I listen, learn, and put forth effort...Ryno and Destry Abbott are one of the ONLY coaches that gave me the confidence and desire to keep pushing in something that I love, and they inspire people that are broken (just like themselves) to fight back and to train as a warrior would train - by SLOWLY and HEALTHFULLY transitioning to better rider and person daily. I have no clue if I'm making sense, cause half of the time I don't, but I'll day it just as I do on other videos...you two gave me HOPE, and these bikes are really one of my few friends in life, because I don't kiss butt or use people to try an climb some insignificant social status or hierarchy. My mental and physical problems also make it extremely difficult to form new relationships or bonds, as well. So thank you again, Ryno. Your bike lessons encompass alot of life lessons and values, and it has caused me to get a life back after being a homeless heroin addict who was angry, depressed, and bitter. I was able to save cash money for 4.5 years and get my dream bikes - the Honda CRF450R and TM Racing EN300ES 2 stroke, and still keep building them into "factory" machines...had I not had your guidance, I would have died on the YZ250FX and gave up altogether when my ex sold EVERYTHING I owned, took my money and daughter, and maxed my credit to move back with her sisters and Mom who ALL do the same thing and LIE so well that they've been in 4-7 marriages to steal. I'm sharing alot, but maybe it will help someone out there and give them hope for a better today and tomorrow, the way Destry did with cancer, and you have with sharing how your life fell apart and broke your neck. You are a TRUE WARRIOR, and if WWIII comes to our shores, I'll stand beside you while we mount 50 cars on the dirt bikes. haha I really can't tell you how much it has meant to me that you shared all of these life and motorcycle lessons and experiences...the mind is a powerful thing, and it can either be a tool, or it can be your worst obstacle! Thanks for another daily dose of medication for the mind, body, and soul - from the depths of my heart, man. You, Destry, and a few others really brought me out of a large, dark hole that I barely escaped and crawled out...but I'm out, nonetheless! #RYNOSTRONG #IAMRYNO #BEASTMODE #WOUNDEDWARRIOR #DA8STRONG #IMPROBABLYCORNYBUTWHOCARES?

[@RyanHughesMX]

Keep striving!!! #chargelife #iamryno

[@steve6548]

Ryan, you learn, you share, I listen, I learn, I share..... The cycle will continue. Peace!

[@253MC]

This makes so much sense. In practice, I feel like like i’m in such a flow state, i’m initiating the movement of the bike, i’m in full control, and my speed is great. When i race, the pressure puts me in reaction mode, i tense up, i react to the bike, i battle with the bike rather than just being proactive and putting the bike where i want it. Racing is so much more exhausting than practice because of this, i only get arm pump when i’m racing.

[@motodude45]

Look forward to hearing what you have to say! I too rode once and didn’t get arm pump and wondered how do I repeat that!! Lol the only thing I recall was that I mentally said I going to put my head over the handlebars and keep it there, and let my legs do the rest

[@flyingpig1073]

I’ve been reflecting on this lots after this weekends race. I rode 3 motos, got slight pump in my right arm in one, none in the other in one Moto, very low amounts in both in one Moto and holy dyna, I could hardly hang on in another. The best race I had a job in my head, I was locked in a battle with another rider for the whole race. I wasn’t thinking I was tired or about survival, I was focussed on riding clean, taking total control and not letting him by, or about how to get around him and what advantages I had I could use. This is the state of mind you have to have to race successfully and it really is a form of release, and I find I’m most focussed and relaxed in a situation like this. The worst Moto, I kept thinking about the length of race, how tired I was, how intimidated I was by some of the bigger jumps etc rather than just focussing on the job at hand. I call that survival mode, you don’t want to be in survival mode. That’s being the prey animal, you want to be the predator. Ha ha

[@xvsj5833]

Great advice

[@motocrossaround6910]

Thanks Doctor Hughes 🙌🏼

[@anthonymacaluso1488]

Thank you Ryan

[@kaseydelong4820]

I agree 100%. Eli Tomac is in top physical condition and rides a lot. And still gets arm pump/tight sometimes.

[@Whyuhidding]

Peace & ride, thanks Ryno !

[@clemsontigz1]

Love ya man. You're a treasure, don't ever let tha haters change ya bo. #respect

[@elcincero321]

Excellent view and defining.. amazing! Thank You!

[@ryandeweese363]

This is so awesome man!! The truths your speaking about can parallel with so many aspects of life too!! Ive ridden motorcycles for almost 12 years but just got my first 250 2 stroke dirtbike at 35years old and will be heading to the track with my sons this year... Excited yes, but in the process of learning all I can beforehand, and videos like this really show the benefits of having your mind right and not being reactive... Thanks alot man!! Great content

[@tomcox7221]

The mental game is key. This was explained perfectly. I truly believe its what sets the greats apart from the fast guys. No one talks about how much mental strain it is to make that many decisions and calculations that are coming at you faster then any sport. If your not making them decisions then just like ryno said your just along for the ride and reacting to whatever the bike does.

[@Wolf-uz9tg]

For me, a properly setup bike for the conditions and well-conditioned body are the foundation. On practice and especially on race day, a proper warmup is critical to prime the body to ensure it’s ready for the task. Then, proper technique on the bike along with remembering to breathe makes for a better time while practicing or racing. I’m a 55 yr old that very seldom gets arm pump. If I do experience pump at some point, I can usually trace it back to one of the previously mentioned points above that weren’t executed properly. Everyone is different and you need to find out what works for you. I have definitely incorporated the tips Ryno has provided in his videos and all have made a big difference for me!

[@RyanHughesMX]

#chargelife #iamryno

[@TheSilvercrosser]

this guy is so innovative and so inspiring, i can't believe it. Unfortunately it is much too late for me. I would have spent a fortune, to known all this earlier. when you're young you only think about the body, but the mindset is much more important.

[@danielarney9729]

I get arm pump wrenching under vehicles on my back. it's seems to be increasing with age. Can't get out of my own way, middle aged raising kids it's a fool's errand to even keep hope of riding.

[@nigelc2629]

Great thoughts - thanks 🙏

[@RyanHughesMX]

My pleasure! #chargelife #iamryno

[@212kody212]

Thanks for another free lesson! You're the man!

[@RyanHughesMX]

My pleasure! #chargelife #iamryno

[@franciscolopez3229]

Well said Ryan, you're right, it's like just go out there, have fun, enjoy the ride, be one with the bike and just try to relax.

[@RyanHughesMX]

Right on!!! #chargelife #iamryno

[@MrJudohead]

I was in your class in Kentwood, LA this past summer. The one thing you kept drilling into my head was relax your arms. I've always had the problem of reacting instead of initiating. I'm still working on it, but you have made me a better, and more importantly safer rider. I hope you come back sometime. I'd love to take your class again.

[@RyanHughesMX]

Very cool! Thank you. #chargelife #iamryno

[@canamxmr4760]

I find I get it bad the first part of the day but only my right arm. Then once it’s gone, it’ll come back but not as bad in the later part of the day. I will definitely stay tuned for this one.

[@nyhusdieter4086]

Great speak

[@DonGH97]

Thanks again Ryan! You're right i guess im always a bit tight while riding, also my expectations are too high. I'll try to slow down and take a step back, this should help. Peace!

[@1993YZ]

Thanks RH. Tracks are about to open up here in Michigan. I think in my case you hit the issue right on the head. Relax. This video made me realize the warm up lap and 1st moto my arms are wrecked. But if its a GP format or something and I feel like i have time, or if im already exhausted and cant hang on all tight, the pump works itself out. I guess i need to stop "trying to go fast" and just relax and let the bike do the going fast.

[@RyanHughesMX]

Rock on! #chargelife #iamryno

[@robertkelly5338]

Keep rolling🤙🏻

[@johnclifford1642]

The wise master spaeks again . Right on the Money. Enjoying your mental aspects as much as then physical. The boxer you were is the perfect example of what you speak by controlling the action . Moving ahead and being in CONTROL of the action. Always better and less fatigue.

[@jinhon1132]

Yes 37 years old. Yesterday I learned how to ride a mx track at speed. Only the big jump I can't or don't dare clear yet or maybe never.. don't know yet.

[@ryanlorance6168]

Appreciate these videos a lot brother 🤟🏻

[@RyanHughesMX]

My pleasure!! #chargelife #iamryno

[@chrisstones37]

Love the decor Ryan 👍👍cheers for your great advice 🇬🇧🇺🇲😉

[@RyanHughesMX]

Any time! #chargelife #iamryno

[@jannep6772]

@Ryan Hughes You have great videos and advices for all of us. Thank you very much! I have one question for you: Do you think that it´s better to have less muscle mass and upper body (arm) strenght to be a better motocross rider? More muscle mass needs more oxygen so it´s bad to have too much of it in my opinion. Bike should be ridden by pressing legs to it so definitely some leg strenght is good. Also good strong core muscles ABS and back. But what about if you are "too strong" and ride "too much" with your arms/upper body vs. correct technic by pressing bike with your legs and just leaning forwards when accelerating? This should help arm pump too.

[@jordanmacdonald9848]

If I don’t ride for a while I get it, if I can consistently ride 1-2 times a week, it goes away.

[@Parkcity007]

Ditto to what Mr. Morris said, Ryan I watched you win that first Enduro cross in Vegas. I think we chatted briefly after. I was impressed, Europeans that I was visiting with out there were impressed. You’ve got a strength of character. And you speak the truth about Arm Pump. I’ve fought it all my life, and you’re right it is a set of conditions, the worst of which is self doubt in that moment About my preparation. I need to prepare better. Thank u!!

[@RyanHughesMX]

Join us; The Ryno Institute #chargelife #iamryno

[@Jpaul1988.]

Brother I haven't been listening and watching long and your the best friend and dad I never had. You explain things so well at least for me to understand. Just want to say thanks

[@RyanHughesMX]

Wow! #chargelife #iamryno

[@Jpaul1988.]

Never heard anyone from the moto world with your out of the box thinking. Maybe one day will cross paths on this amazing ride we are all on.

[@ripperboy781]

DO NOT stop sharing. Thx!

[@MacaulayBurtonBmx]

I get terrible arm pump riding enduro on anything technical using clutch control after 5 minutes I’m done for the day and go through the cycle of it going and returning. I’m more aware of it now so try to squeeze the bike and loosen my grip whenever I can. I have quite a lot of muscle in my forearms and my job doesn’t help either. I’ve tried everything but only real thing that helps me is wearing thinner gloves and staying hydrated, squeezing the bike helps the most when riding open mountain but I can’t always ride in that position in technical enduro sections

[@yukonjon5964]

have you tried slim grips and keeping the clutch engagement point adjusted to where the lever just leaves the bar? the lever must always stay under the first knuckle, closest to the hand. if not it will do as you say and give arm pump. i also like to bend the levers when brand new so there is a big curve to them. this leaves room to keep most your fingers on the bar at all times. i don't like those single finger jog-bend ones for some reason, but the concept is the same. either way the lever wont smash the fingers still gripping the bar.

[@presbullykennels2xjuggernut]

Salute a Motocross legend big up yourself 👑‼️💞 & 🙏 ings from a Bermudian living in the UK ‼️🙌🗣️💯

[@RyanHughesMX]

#chargelife #iamryno

[@chuckbelow337]

On Flow: When a challenge exceeds your skill level you encounter a level of anxiety- between 1 and 10, When your skill level exceeds an activity, it can turn boring, between 1 & 10. Challenge and anxiety (fear) on x axis, skill and boredom on the y axis. So the Flow channel then runs at 45 degrees to both axis. To find flow- your skill sets must nearly match the level of challenges before you. Where one becomes present momently aware and in 'control', experiencing internal and external feedback instantly- with a high level of meaning to the experience. Flow is of the highest feeling attainable (but elusive) in life, timeless awareness, and the 'thinking mind' is then suspended and action/ reaction are spontaneous.. Preparation and cultivation of mind, body, spirit is everything , and how you conduct life is integrated. There's no faking it (flow), and a is actually a key to life.. BTW Great videos, and supplements. Thank you

[@blakepartridge1508]

I am a Vet rider 62yr. and it is true!! You have to slow down to go faster. Me & my friend go motocross riding at the same track a lot. I had an idea to time our laps and to see who is faster on the track him or me. So we each did our laps and checked time's. We were very close I time. When we are on the track at the same time my friend can not stay with me. So I had my friend check my lap time again, I wanted to do one more lap. So I used YOUR FLOW & Techniques and took 5sec. off my fastest lap time. It Works!!!! My friend wanted to know how did you do that?? I told him I rode with flow that time & technique. It just felt much easy that time around the track. I know what do you ride 2022 Husqvarna TX300I & 1999 KX500 frame off restoration bike I did my self. THANKS Ryan !!! for the help.

[@RyanHughesMX]

Always welcome. #chargelife #iamryno

[@rookiefmxrider]

The job can wait! 😬🔥

[@RyanHughesMX]

YES! #chargelife #iamryno

[@ArchAngelMx]

Arm pump has never been given a better explanation.

[@RyanHughesMX]

Gratitude! #chargelife #iamryno

[@millerpb]

minute ; ) thanks for sharing man!

[@RyanHughesMX]

You bet! #chargelife #iamryno

[@metrichotrods1763]

The tangible, physical example of guys that ride from reaction instead of initiation is that their shoulders get behind their knees and they're always being dragged/pulled by their bike instead of leaning forward into it and gassing the bike back into their own forward flow/mass

[@kylerisaoglu]

Always have arm pump on the first 3 laps, then I will never get it again. It's all mental.

[@turtleinwhalmart8114]

That brain is a powerful tool. Can be your best friend or you worst enemy. And will definitely be paying attention to it.

[@ButtSnorkler9000]

I didn’t know people get surgery for arm pump, that’s insane

[@austinhorna124]

I get arm pump bad. And there’s days where I don’t and I always noticed that on those days I was just having a blast. Never knew which came before what.

[@RyanHughesMX]

#chargelife #iamryno

[@raviguzman9804]

Be proactive vs reactive!

[@WildStyleWorks]

so in short you want to say: control your bike and not let the bike control you :-) be the action and not the reaction. you know what the bike is gonna do with sertain input, so give it that input and send it ;-)

[@tonyt1554]

I've noticed during my ride sessions that I "react" for the first hour of riding then when I'm half worn out, I switch to "initiating" and ride waaaay better! Any particular advice for overcoming that? I'm always bummed that I ride best after being half exhausted lol.

[@Eametsa]

i know what you mean, its like a warmup process, well at least for me it feels like that, im a very beginner rider tho and im sure it gets better.

[@ddbb6721]

Question most pros do not weat kidney belts any more I still use one what is your thoughts yes or no

[@ddbb6721]

Wear kidney belts

[@jamietyler4099]

Hey Ryan, What about hand cramping. I don’t seem to struggle with arm pump but my hands crap and get painful and numb.

[@jamietyler4099]

I do try to grip with legs and try to breath and try to have a loose grip with my hands and I do try to rest them when I can. Any help would be appreciated. I’m open to try anything

[@mightystreaming933]

bike setup - relax = no arm pump

[@douglasbarber1455]

I have severe arm pump after one lap and I’ve had to pull off racing for safety issues because I couldn’t hold on any longer. I’m in decent shape 31 y/o c rider. Any tips man?

[@yukonjon5964]

i suggest signing up with the Moto Academy by AJ Catanzaro. lots of vids on file there and so much can be learned to fault bad technique and make improvements. one such tip i've gained there is when Jett explained only touching the bars with the outside of your hands and your fingers, not with your palms. lots of guys teach this. some say, "hold the bar like it's a screwdriver". this alone can hugely reduce arm pump. same with riding with your knees back more while dropping your heels, like both AJ and Ryan Hugh's teach. it allows you to grip more, lock in with your legs and takes strain off the arms. also as they say, you have to breathe more.

[@actionsportster7686]

I have a slightly different take on what might cause arm pump, but I guess that what Ryan is saying here goes hand-in-hand with my opinion. I've noticed that for a lot of amateur riders, arm pump tends to occur within the first few minutes of riding after an extended period off the bike. Whether it's been a week, 2 weeks or a month or more since getting back the bike, a lot of the pump we feel comes in those first minutes of the first few sessions. But it's also common to experience it when track conditions are particularly rough, or in pressure situations, such as when we're battling for position in a tight race. It's my opinion that the common factor in all of these situations is that, for one reason or another, we are unable to ride relaxed, which leads to tense rides ... where we squeeze the bars tighter, even if it's only slightly more than when we're able to be relaxed, ... that ultimately give us arm pump. I think time away from riding can cause arm pump when we first return because to a certain extent, we have to re-learn bike control and until we do that our muscle memory efficiency isn't where it needs to be. We're also not as conditioned to the physical demands of riding, even if we're in good physical shape. When arm pump comes after we've been riding regularly, we have to look at what might be different. I find that most times its the track conditions that are different. Whether the track is particularly rough, or whether it's just a new layout that we're trying to learn, track conditions play a part in our ability to ride relaxed. So I think Ryan is saying the same thing here, but he is putting the focus on the mental side of it, whereas I'm getting at what I think physically happens when we cannot mentally focus in a calm and relaxed way. My 2 cents.

[@kurtheidelbach]

No it doesn’t really make sense. Of course when people are relaxed they are less tense but that doesn’t fix arm pump. Sure it may reduce it in certain times.The majority of kids don’t get arm pump but as people age it’s more prevalent. Diet has a small input, individual bodies have an input. It’s about blood flow. That’s one or the reasons surgery has been so effective.

[@mikeb4708]

I would agree that SOME people need surgery BUT everyone experiences arm pump to some degree or another and they can’t all need surgery. In my case Ryno has hit the nail right on the head. I have been struggling with my racing despite the fact that I am doing all the right things. I get super tight on the first lap (long cross country races) and it’s for the exactly the reason that Ryno is talking about. I react to bumps and obstacles and then I tighten up which ends up compounding over a 30-40 minute lap then it takes me an entire lap to relax so by the third lap I am finally riding decent but unfortunately the race is over by then.

[@kurtheidelbach]

@@mikeb4708 Glad it works for you and agree that surgery isn’t for everyone but also agree Ryno’s application is the minority not the majority. Arm pump has been studied very scientifically not just the same current/future rationale. Sure, stiff riding isn’t good for blood flow that’s a no brainer.

[@mikeb4708]

@@kurtheidelbach I didn’t say it’s working for me. I said that is exactly my problem. Fixing it is going to be the hard part! 😂

[@yukonjon5964]

on average, surgery only fixes it for a few months, then it goes back to being just as bad.

[@Canyon_Shawn]

That was completely useless!

[@RyanHughesMX]

Thanks for watching. #chargelife #iamryno

[@Canyon_Shawn]

@@RyanHughesMX I watch most of your stuff. But arm pump comes from the shoulders. Your shoulders have to be flexible and relaxed.

[@RyanHughesMX]

Do you ride ? That is a vet limited answer when there is so much around it, but what locks up your shoulders?

[@Canyon_Shawn]

@@RyanHughesMX Yes, I’ve been riding for 43 years. I grew up on a 1,500 acre ranch in Simi Valley. So, I rode almost everyday. I started on an XL75 that my dad got me. Then I went straight to a CR250 and a CR500, pretty much at the same time. I got along with a CR500 very well. About the same time I started working out at the gym, because, I only weighed 130 pounds. I started getting arm pump. I could feel that when my shoulders got tight, I’d get arm pump. So, I started doing flexibility exercises for my shoulders and the rest of my body. That helped my arm pump a lot. I also learned to ride with my abs, legs and my hips. I learned that from training horses. And I learned to ride so light on my hands that my left grip bangs around in my hand. That’s kind of hard to do with the throttle side. So, sometimes I still struggle with my right side. Now I ride the shit out of a 701 Supermoto and I use the same techniques I taught myself years ago. It seems to work for me. I also learned that if I went out and rode, came back in and rested for 5 minutes and then went back out, I wouldn’t get any arm pump. I guess that’s called warming up.

[@littemisscarrage2909]

get a haircut

[@pumppump5428]

Mushroom wisdom!;)

[@Eddiep80]

I’m going to tell you right now, and this is coming from someone who has ridden and raced street bikes and motocross. And has also been a rock climber, combined for 30+ years. I’m 42 years old. Arm pump is almost solely caused by diet, and not enough O2. You want to not get arm pump. Stay away from heavy proteins the day you ride. Carbs too, Coffee, Caffeine, energy drinks, potassium, whey. All the shit most motocross dudes take daily. Will certainly cause arm pump. It takes a lot of energy for your body to digest those things and it’s absorbing through your muscle tissue, blood, etc. Guarantee you change your diet and you’ll see. And breathe when you ride. Good full breaths through your nose and out your mouth. Oxygen is your bodies friend, lactic acid bad! Lol

[@ErotmousErection]

If u talk about Initiation one more time Hughes....#wereginnahaavewerds....

[@ErotmousErection]

Arm Pump MX....#funnyshithughes....

[@ErotmousErection]

If u take the Chi Squared Hughes....#itllwerk....

[@ErotmousErection]

Best way to defeat arm pump....#holdonwithurweiner....

[@ErotmousErection]

Hughes needs help....#dosuumphysicsproblemshughes....#getoverit....

[@clintstanley9121]

Thank you Ryan

[@RyanHughesMX]

#chargelife #iamryno