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Hinging forward from the hip with a neutral spine, place the hands in the hook grip (second) position
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Ask the rider to pedal for 10–15 rotations to ensure ability to maintain a neutral spine position
while pedaling
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Next, ask the rider to neutralize the shoulder girdle (collar bones wide and horizontal, shoulder
blades flat against the ribcage); then adjust handlebars fore and aft positioning
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The elbows should be slightly bent while maintaining a neutral spine. Slide the handlebars in or out
as needed.
FOOT PLACEMENT — CAGES
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To complete bike set-up, ensure the foot is in the right location on the pedal
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Always secure the pedal-clip strap by placing the widest part of the foot on the pedal and within the
toe cage. This positioning is applicable when not using the Keiser M Series Pedal.
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Locate the strap and pull on it to tighten. It should be snug, but not too tight to cause discomfort.
FINAL STEPS
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Ask the rider to pedal at a moderate speed and gear
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From behind the rider: Observe the rider’s hips. If the hips are rocking back and forth in the saddle, the
saddle position may be too high. Uneven rocking from side to side may result in hip or back injuries.
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Facing the rider: Observe whether the rider is pedaling with the knees bowed outward (beyond their
normal ergonomic position) indicating the saddle may be too low. Extensive knee flexion places
unwanted stress on the patella.
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From the side: Observe the rider’s upper-body positioning, the amount of flexion at the knee and the
foot. Make adjustments as needed.
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When participants begin riding with intensity, they will often shift their body to a more comfortable
position on the saddle. Therefore, it may be necessary to re-check and adjust fore and aft position
later into the ride.
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Ensure riders understand the correct positioning identifiers. That way, they can adjust their own bike if
they start to sit on the saddle differently or have a change in mobility and/or stability.
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Further adjustments will depend on personal preference and experience level of the rider
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Remind riders to check that all adjustments levers have been correctly tightened to avoid the seat or
handlebars slipping out of position
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Riders are encouraged to remember their seat and handlebars post, fore and aft, and height markers
for future classes
Incorrect placement
Finish by threading the
strap through
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Correct placement
TECHNICAL
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