If your cycle doesn't fit you properly, it can cause pain in different parts of your body, such as your neck, shoulders, lower back, wrists, intimate areas, and knees.
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Muscular imbalance
It can lead to a noticeable difference between the strength and size of the lower and upper limbs, resulting in well-developed leg muscles but comparatively weaker arms.
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Numbness
If your bike doesn't fit you well, it can make certain parts of your body feel numb. The most common areas where numbness occurs are the hands, toes, and the intimate area.
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Lowers your bone density
A study reveals that excessive cycling may negatively impact bone health, as professional Tour de France riders showed lower bone mineral density in the lumbar spine, hip, and Wards' triangle.
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Tans hands
Spending prolonged periods holding the handlebars can expose your hands to the sun, resulting in a deep tan.