How to AVOID Neck Pain when Cycling

[@TheSpiritOfTheWest]

This is the only dude among hundreds on KZbin who explained this so clearly

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏

[@신현규-v7g]

Can’t agree more

[@terencecalimpon2134]

TRUE!!! Total respect!

[@kpang79]

So true, dead straight to the point.

[@hamletcabrerart]

I’ve watched many, many videos, this is the most comprehensive of them, thank you! 🙌

[@EricVuTran]

This man is a gift to the confusing world of road cycling

[@cheery-hex]

okay please don't take this the wrong way but you are unintentionally incredibly funny. It's a compliment!

[@BulletproofCycling]

I take that as a lovely compliment ❤️❤️👍

[@Quitekid-ob9re]

best bike fitting tutorial so far.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you

[@mihaelachiscovici]

We tackled assembling the bike as a family project. kzbin.infoUgkxzg0clhbtRf2gGxPkVETFKJJKGqdsorQu The package is heavy, but I have 2 teen boys that were able to move it. The written instructions were great- we didn't need to watch the videos, but it was good knowing that the option was there if we needed it. After we were able to get it set up, the boys each rode 3 miles and I rode 8 and the bike stayed quiet. The display is easy to reset, and you can put it on whichever setting you are using (time, distance, calories, etc). I will say that my butt is a little sore from the seat, but that could be because I haven't rode in a while. While it is comfortable for me, it was not comfortable with the seat position for my friend (could not move the seat back far enough and he slightly looked like a kid riding a tricycle that he had outgrown). He also said that the seat hurt his manly parts. We are going to look for a different seat that will be compatible with this bike for him.I did purchase the Wahoo Cadence sensor and strapped it to the crank of one of the pedals. This will sync with my Apple Watch, iPhone and will import data in to my Health app. Wahoo does have other sensors available other than cadence. I can also keep either my phone or my iPad on the display and they both feel pretty secure.

[@thedmxtube]

Probably the best explanation of how to improve neck pain I've seen, many thanks! Have been experiencing neck pain on most longer rides and will be looking at these tweaks asap. 👍

[@BulletproofCycling]

That is very kind David 👍

[@JarosawTabor]

I got the same feedback when I was doing my bike fitting session (in Poland) before my second ultra marathon (540km 80h, 10 000m up). It was such a surprise to me that one of the feedback was to throw away my 46cm bars for 44 or even 42cm. Because of the handlebar bag I stayed with 44cm. Compared to my previous "home-made" bike fitting and 46cm bars, the benefits of going narrower was mindblowing. Thank you for this video! Now I'm trying to follow your steps to get the MTB fit right - without spending money for now. If I lived where you work, I would definitely pay for your fitting session.

[@thedmxtube]

@@JarosawTabor 540km! Impressive, I have some work to do. 👌

[@michalzurek8165]

Thx for sharing this.

[@moustafashafie6682]

best coaching seen , thanks from Egypt

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏

[@secretagent86]

sore neck today from 85 km ride. i "joined" earlier.... had a bike fit, so most likely my hips. love your channel

[@BulletproofCycling]

❤️👍👍👍

[@mattybarb]

I’ve had this problem for a while and no one has explained the pelvis connection as well as you have. Cheers to pain-free riding! Great video!!

[@j.p.7708]

It’s nice to have a coach without a strong accent 🇨🇦

[@BulletproofCycling]

😂😂😂👍

[@j.p.7708]

I really, really enjoy your videos. You’re giving me inspiration to cycle!!🇨🇦

[@ldabc4917]

Finally someone explaining it in simple and easy to understand language

[@Mike-vd2qt]

Scott, you are most excellent! :-) I've been cycling over 45 years, now at 68 years old with arthritis in three of my neck vertebrae. Before Covid I was going to the gym with a trainer, and on my own. Squats, deadlifts, bench press, overhead press, light weight, higher reps, along with a regimen of stretches and ball exercises. I quit the gym during Covid and now the neck pain and headaches have returned. My touring bike cockpit is set-up old man style with a short reach, and 10mm drop to bar from saddle height. Time to get that cross training with weights back on track!!! Great videos, thanks!

[@BulletproofCycling]

That is very kind George - thank you 🙏

[@ianterpol]

What a great video. Explained in a very straightforward and clear way. So obvious but only once you know why. Thanks Scott, keep it up man

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks very much

[@Totozme]

You're a mix of Daniel Murphy (Ewen Bremner), Fat Boy Slim and Colin McRae... What a legend

[@BulletproofCycling]

I’ll take that - thanks 🙏

[@VinJapanGuitarShop]

had neck pain on the bike for months. rolling the hips forward eased the pain. thanks coach!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Great to hear!

[@WstalSprzedKompa]

Ok, this is one of the best 3 bike fitting YT channels ever.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you. Lots more to come from the studio in next few months - feel free to share with your cycling friends 👍👍

[@sirubenpo]

I've been searching for almost a month for finding solutions for this neck problem. Thank you for this

[@climbhigh96]

I've watched a whole slue of videos lately on bike-fitting and this is one of most practical ones I've come across with actionable tips and information you can use to quickly isolate problems with your current bike fit... so useful, thx!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks for sharing 🙏🙏🙏

[@hebikim]

I’m a dancer who just learned how to cycle, unfamiliar with the mechanics and couldn’t find anyone around me who could explain how and why they were cycling at the level of the body. Finding your channel was the best thing ever for my brain and body! Thank you so much.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏 as a dancer you’ll have great flexibility

[@Atomex_edit]

Thanks coach I’ve have been having neck pain and I’m almost sold my bike but after listening to you I started to feel better 😊

[@BulletproofCycling]

Great to hear!

[@ScoDers18]

Absolutely mastered the explanation of a bike fit. Blown away from what I’ve learned from this video!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you Max. 👍👍

[@SteveWeltman]

Coach, this was SUPER useful for me. I do have neck pain (actually my levator, scap and traps) are on fire 20 or so miles in from looking up and I'm constantly stretching my neck from being in the crunched up position.

[@erikvanname]

I wanted to say thanks for this info. I used some of your tips with great success. 30 years of road riding and I'm still learning.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Great to hear!

[@acts19ministries82]

Thanks for the info. After dealing with several neck surgeries and severe neck pain while riding, I started exploring recumbent bikes. That was the solution for me. I can ride pain free, regardless of the amount of miles.

[@BulletproofCycling]

❤️❤️👍👍👍

[@luma3163]

Best neck pain video i´ve seen in 25 years of cycling. Chapeau!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you Sandro 👍

[@phildennis1683]

ive only come across this video, and ive learnt so much, ive had many fits on road bikes and then bought them after being told that is the size for you , and NO it wasn't so I sold it. Great video, Im saving it for reference from someone who makes sense !

[@terrymarlor-gage6214]

Great info coach👍🚴‍♂️

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks Terry 👍

[@woutervl]

Came across this yesterday (thanks algorythm) and tried it out on a 70k ride.. the difference is huge! Not only does my saddle feel more comfortable, my neck is better (although still fatigued near the end, might be that my handlebars are too wide) I also felt like I could pedal with more power and sit in the drops/90 degree on the hoods with more ease. No clue why I thought I had to rotate my pelvis backwards before, I thought it'd make sense for my sitbones to sit properly on the saddle.. But this makes so much more sense now. Thanks Scott :)

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks for sharing. I have lots more to share. Once I work out how the heck KZbin works 😂😂😂👍👍👍

[@fredxxxxx]

Thank you so much. After watching your video last night I just got back from my morning ride. No neck pain, no numb hands and overall the ride was much easier. 70 yo btw.

[@eugeneismanto1222]

what adjustment did you make bro ?

[@peakflava]

I'm glad I landed on this video before spending and hr listening to other people talk about neck pain. This was insightful and will be using these tips to see along with strengthening my neck and spending less time sitting down like a phleb

[@BulletproofCycling]

Glad it was helpful!

[@МаксХудожник-й1б]

That is from the Max. Thank you for a great video response to my e-mail, I very enjoyed it! I wanted to donate, because this video helped me a lot to deal with my neck pain and because it was that simple!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you very much. My pleasure helping you

[@gimmeagig]

Great video. I just realized that I need to turn on the subtitles so I don't miss anything.

[@BulletproofCycling]

👍👍

[@hazemmohamed4291]

Can not tell you how much I learn from this video .................. Many THANKS 🤩🤩🤩

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks for the kind comment - lots more to share

[@hazemmohamed4291]

@@BulletproofCycling can't wait 😍😍😍

[@georgefalcaru5615]

Absolutely supreme!!!

[@BulletproofCycling]

👍👍👍

[@ravensco]

Brilliant information Coach, looking forward to the next video !!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Many thanks 🙏🙏👍

[@perrymcguire3806]

Great video - especially the tip about positioning on the saddle - i.e. not sitting or collapsing backwards but instead sit 'up' and roll the pelvis forward. I've tried this tip during my last couple of rides and it's really helped my back position - meaning a bit reduction in aches and pains.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏 glad it was useful

[@tezotezo8532]

Well, after 40 years of last bike ride, I got the bikes I had as a kid, falcon,in mint original condition, sorted it out for the road, got on it, up and down the gears just like I'd never been off it, never thought ever about riding position, now at 56 I think it's time to adere to this lesson,, cheers for the info👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@BulletproofCycling]

Wonderful comment - thank you for sharing

[@tezotezo8532]

@@BulletproofCycling 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@marcincieslak9629]

Great video, priceless knowledge. Thanks Scott!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you Marcin 👍👍

[@francisbaker78]

Wow I just learned more in a few minutes than all my years of cycling.. thank you

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks 🙏

[@arqlav]

Best video of the topic of correct positions on a bike that i have ever seen !!! Thank you so very much Coach !!!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you very much

[@jasonjenkins1975]

I actully tried the hands out roll the hip and see where my hands rest on.....middle of my fingers were resting on the hoods....possibly need a shorter stem.....i Do get back pain when pushing hard up steep hills for any longer than 5 - 7 mins.....Maybe this is why. Thank you Coach awesome info that ive never heard anyone explaining before

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks Jason. I’ll mention more tips to you, especially with climbing in your next video message buddy 👍👍👍👍👍

[@peterlombos]

OHHH! Super video! I just bought my first speed bike and I didn't know why I have pain in my neck. The stem too long. You teached me how it should to work. Thank you!

[@BulletproofCycling]

👍👍👍

[@ottschi63]

Great! Thank you. We need guys like you in Vienna🤗

[@tnmacris]

I'd love to see this video but targeted to mountain biking.

[@BulletproofCycling]

I will doing doing some MTB sessions on my courses - watch this space 👍👍

[@tambiensereparacalzado]

Hi, this video has been a great help to me. I cycled for 2 months and after every session my neck was really sore. I measured my reach with the technique you showed in the video and it was perfect, but I was putting all the weight on the front of the bike. After watching this video I have now ridden 3 times without any pain in my neck, thank you very much. Greetings from Argentina. 🚲

[@xtijara]

Coach this helped a lot in improving comfort.. comfort is king to avoid unnecessary fatigue on the bike.

[@BulletproofCycling]

👍👍👍👍

[@rengan7238]

this is what im looking for, now I know what to adjust.

[@BulletproofCycling]

👍👍👍

[@felixfranke2838]

Great content, thanks. And I could listen to you all day, I just love the Scottish accent! Thanks for your great content!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you Felix ❤️👍👍👍

[@infini667]

thanks! my neck hurts in a motorcycle.. same reason

[@BulletproofCycling]

Hope you get a solution

[@JGM-vl6xb]

The best advice and demo I’ve seen and explained !

[@BulletproofCycling]

Very kind of you 👍

[@davidhenry5925]

Great video! I've always struggled with neck pain on longer rides, now I know what to do about it. Thank you!

[@BulletproofCycling]

👍👍👍👍

[@davidkwondesign]

One of the best video on how to sit pretty. Thx coach!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Very kind - thank you. If you want any topics in particular covered then just let me know

[@davidkwondesign]

​@@BulletproofCycling You are very kind!! Since you covered saddle to the bar interaction using core muscle, I would love to see this form when you start pedaling. If the saddle position is wrong relation to feet position, it would be really hard to achieve this core stability as you shown in the video anyway. So if you have any drills or tips please!!

[@BulletproofCycling]

@@davidkwondesign yep I can do that 👍👍👍👍

[@fancyhandle]

Hey Scott! You just became my favorite bike guy on KZbin! Well done Sir! Well done indeed.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you Art 👍

[@terencecalimpon2134]

I always learn when watching your channel! Kudos!!!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you Terrence

[@marinesr7]

Wow, thank you very much, excellent explanation! Just what I needed TO LEARN, and I am about to go out for a bike ride. I will pay attention to my posture today. I hate to think that I am sabotaging my favorite activity due to my incorrect posture. I have changed the handlebar (from road to straight and road again) to my measured size. I have also considered changing the stem. Maybe it is just me and my posture.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks. Hope it helps, keep me posted

[@chrlmlln9018]

A very big THANK, to you, sir, for your most valuable and important and helpful advice how to cure the neck-pain when cycling! Best regards from Sweden!💯❤👍👍👍

[@arfanarfan7337]

Big Thanks for the course, Coach..

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks 🙏

[@frankidoodle]

That‘s a so good video. Was always wondering how to set up my bike the right way!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you

[@markpritchard3707]

So nicely explained, I’ve had three bike fits over the years for this very reason and nobody has explained it this way. Even now after ten years of regular cycling, normal around 6k miles a year I still get a sore neck after the first 40 miles, time to start doing some checks myself after watching this video . Thanks 😊

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you. Good luck and thanks for engaging with the channel 👍👍

[@cesarali8001]

Thanks from Argentina. I think this May be fix my headache after riding too long. Ill give a try.

[@khunngunn]

Your content is a gem. Thank you!!!!! 🚴🚴🚴

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏

[@oreocarlton3343]

Fantastic advice, especially about the hip angle and how it affects neck angle

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏

[@DavidONeill-f6n]

A really good explanation of posture issues. Delivered in a light-hearted way but none the less dealing with a common issues with actual remedies. Some good tips. Would recommend viewing of this video. I will look at the next video showing exercises.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏

[@Ge0Ann]

This is great. I’ve been dealing with neck, shoulder and low back pain and off my bike for 3 weeks now. Doing some PT and feeling better. I’m looking forward to your exercises to add to my PT program.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks Ann 👍🙏

[@durianriders]

good tips

[@BulletproofCycling]

👏👍

[@creamroller]

oh my gosh this video is the best so far. very practical. thank you for sharing!!!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏

[@sirkosmetv7669]

Thank you coach so simple explanation!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏

[@adhithyasodhi3203]

Amazing what a transformation such a simple action as rotating the hips properly has made. Riding is vastly more comfortable and enjoyable. Chapeau mate 👍

[@howardkitchen2302]

Great vid. Can make 60 miles before sore palms kick in , will try All these tips for next sortie. Cycle event coming up soon so hopefully will sort this 60 something year old out and help push out the extra 50 miles in total comfort.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks. Well done 👍

[@platinumexteriorrenovation1833]

Hi Scott This has helped me so much. Your coaching as well. I've seen so many gains in the last 3 weeks from watching your tips on KZbin. Thank you so much.

[@revertmemoirs4863]

Fantastic video, Coach! Thank you!!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you

[@tobiasfroehlich5483]

Loving the sense of humor :-)

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks 🙏

[@LLroomtempJ]

Beautiful video. Thank you for sharing this. I'm getting a bike fit in 2 days.

[@donaldrippetoe5246]

Thank you for these bike fitting tips! The numbness in my hands is a growing concern as it happens often. Hopefully I can dial in my bike using this information.

[@BulletproofCycling]

I hope so too!

[@freshstart6]

Thanks for the clarity!

[@BulletproofCycling]

👍🙏🙏🙏

[@Volkmannx]

Very helpful, thanks! Being hesitant first I swapped my 44cm drop bars to 47 having a shoulder width of 42. Never felt this comfortable on my Gravel Bike.

[@BulletproofCycling]

👍👍👍👍

[@stefanogilermo8261]

Absolute best explanation on the web! Thanks man, cheers!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏

[@denizvonmenace]

Gosh, the best I've seen on this subject. Thanks mate 👍

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏

[@CanTURKeyed]

I just left Transcontinental Race no:10 at 1250 Km due to Shermer's Neck. Wish had seen this earlier.thank you for the video coach

[@gamaro74]

Thanks a lot for this, reallly! I'm new into bikes and I've bought a Diverge one year ago. I'm 174cm height and I was pretty sure my size was 54 but the shop owner delivered a 56 and said it was my size. Today, I suffer a lot from neck, cervical pain... Your video was the confirmation that my bike is too big for me! Everything makes sense. I will do a professional bike fit next month to see what he says and what can be done. I wouldn't want to sell the bike :(

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks for sharing - you might find you are closer to 52 or 51!! Thanks for joining the channel 👍👍👍

[@gamaro74]

@@BulletproofCycling That would be mind blowing for me! I will share experience after the bike fit.

[@acudraws]

Hey man! Can you give us an update? I happen to be the same height as you, and wondered if you got a smaller frame or another adjustments. Cheers!

[@togrodowczyk]

well explained and implemented on my bikes aspecially when riding on power trainer. Many thanks pal!!!

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏

[@andrewa.3304]

Awesome video! I had 3 levels of fusion in my neck and lately ive been experiencing neck and shoulder fatigue

[@BulletproofCycling]

Inspirational 👍👍👍

[@rontait6013]

Hi Scott, I’ve done sport all my life and are “late” to the bike scene but know this will be easier on the ageing body body😆 My first trip out resulted in the neck pain you described and I know Now i collapsed in my saddle!! Thank you SO MUCH for this information and also as to the positioning of the handle bars. Loads I need to check and correct but appreciate the education

[@BulletproofCycling]

Hi Ron, lovely of you to share your experience. Please feel free to keep in touch as you progress. I have been involved in cycling all my life but only got onto KZbin at the start of the pandemic. Still not sure how to fully maximise it but I enjoy engaging with fellow cyclists and sports/fitness enthusiasts - stay safe my friend 👍

[@rontait6013]

Hi Scott, Confession 😁: I qualify for the freak body category - broad shoulders and nuckles that drags on the ground. With this in mind my feedback on the back of the "sore neck" video above. Adjusting my pelvis immediately changed my posture and positioned my head in the right position. I also have a tenancy to roll my shoulders forward so need to concentrate on keeping the shoulders in position. My biggest surprise however was me doing the zombie drill. I could barely touch the handle bar!! Had to move my seat max forward to compensate. Will need to buy a new stem that is shorter. Thank you again for the info. This has spared me a lot of issues that would have come to bite me down the line.

[@BulletproofCycling]

@@rontait6013 😂😂😂 welcome to the club

[@paisano85]

Thanks for your enthusiasm! You're the man!

[@BulletproofCycling]

That’s very kind of you 👍

[@ecalzo]

Wonderful video.. Thank you from Italy ..

[@BulletproofCycling]

Glad you enjoyed it! Many thanks

[@ianthorne2267]

Coach you are always on point,you make things so simple thank you

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks Ian - glad you enjoyed it 👍👍👍

[@andrewhaywood3178]

Engaging, knowledgable and really informative.I've saved this so I can check my set up. Other than pelvic tilt I reckon I have all the faults outlined! No wonder I get numb hand and neck ache. Thanks for producing this video.

[@BulletproofCycling]

❤️👍👍👍👍

[@abdulbasit8340]

Love the coach love the simplified solution 💯💯💯

[@mcgarvy7]

Great video, best explanation, you are so right . Going to watch this a few times

[@BulletproofCycling]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mihaelstanecic1044]

thanks alot had problems Like that Always after doing bike ride,trying that to see results.😃

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks 🙏

[@southerntexashomestead5028]

Thank you, awesome information. I feel better understanding that I can fix problems easily with the correct position and strength training. Cheers ~

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏

[@edwardmordas4575]

Excellent video with great tips. Posture was highlighted to me a while ago and has made a difference to my comfort so spot on.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thanks Edward. I plan to share more workouts that target posture as well 👍

[@ralppobal332]

awesome explanation .especially for newbies.....

[@BulletproofCycling]

Glad you think so!

[@jimmpanik3402]

Thanks for helping me with my shoulder pain. I had terrible pain in my shoulder from me reach being too far. I had moved my seat back to help my legs but that threw my reach out too far. I'm waiting for a shorter stem to arrive then I can move my seat back and have everything where it should be.

[@gabej1893]

Came here from a Reddit link on neck pain. Terrific explanations and remedies. Subbed

[@whitebeardcycles]

What a great description, having watched loads and learnt a lot from various people that seem as knowledgeable as yourself none have explained quite as well and as clean as you. 👍

[@BulletproofCycling]

That is very kind of you. I have been involved in cycling since the 80’s but only recently joined KZbin. Thanks for engaging in my content 👍

[@paulruffy8389]

Great advice. Really suffering on longer rides with nerve pain in neck at hinge point. Think I might need shorter stem. Always had weak glutes.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Hope it helps Paul

[@carolciliberti-noaafederal1780]

This is really helpful, thank you! I have been having neck pain and tension headaches, although it's not while I'm biking but later that day or the next day. I already have stenosis in my cervical spine so it can turn into a 3-day headache. Instead of biking less, sounds like I need a bike fitting, and to test out how I sit on the seat!!

[@BulletproofCycling]

👍👍👍❤️

[@mayabeejakubowska7677]

Scott, you are amazing :) love your channel :) thank you for sharing

[@BulletproofCycling]

Wow - thank you ❤️🙏👍

[@JM-jd7yp]

Great video. I learned loads. I wish you well. Thank you.

[@BulletproofCycling]

Thank you 🙏