How to Sit for Optimal Posture- Finding Your Sit Bones

[@DianeFitton-tv9tr]

this is the best explanation of how to locate one's sit bones. You provided clear informative visual information. Thank you so much

[@cynthiadellinger8737]

Thank you for these pearls. They are so helpful.

[@JoeKellyAIM]

Glad you enjoyed Cynthia!

[@AM2K2]

Is it important to sit back into the backrest or could you move forward to your back has no support? Regarding an office chair - thanks

[@Babayagaom]

lean back whenever you are tired..keep changing posture

[@cynthiamarquette4801]

Hi Joe, Over the past few years I've found it harder for me to ride a bike for more than 2 hours. The pain is ischial tuberosity to tissue (I think). Any thoughts on how to minimize this discomfort - I have tried and continue to try different bike seats. I'm thinking that building my glutes - adding more muscle tissue may help. Do you have any thoughts on how to minimize this discomfort?

[@JoeKellyAIM]

Hi Cynthia, Thanks for your question. My first suggestion is to get a proper bike fit evaluation if you haven't already done so. There may be a way to reduce the amount of force going into your sit bones by adjusting your positioning on the bike. For example, maybe slightly adjusting the bike stem length could help. Next, I'm wondering how quickly you're ramping up to two-hour rides? It's common that cyclists ramp up training time, intensity, and volume too quickly for their soft tissue, or in this case, your sit bones to adequately adjust. I'd try taking some rest and then slowly building up to two-hour rides (general rule of thumb increase about 10% a week). If it's not a bike fit or bike seat issue this is most likely the challenge. There are many great options out there for bike seats and some women-specific seats as well so I'd check out some additional shops or forums and see what has worked for other women. I haven't been shopping for a bike seat in a long time so I'm not up to date on the latest and greatest. Hope this helps!