Dubai-based yoga teacher Andree Clement specialises in classes for cyclists. For more information, visit www.iyog.org.
Upward dog
This pose helps counter the forward bend of the cycling posture by retracting the shoulders and engaging back muscles to open the chest and tilt the pelvis forward. It’s also good for strengthening the arms and upper body.
High lunge
The repetitive circular motion of cycling can lead to tight or shortened hip flexors. The high lunge will help to release and lengthen the muscles and ligaments in the hip area, allowing other muscles, such as the glutes (in the buttock) to deliver more power.
Wide-legged forward bend with arms extended back
Another great stretch for the lower extremities, this pose externally rotates the hips, releasing and stretching the hamstrings, groin and outer lower leg.
One-legged pigeon pose with flexion of leg
Many cyclists have overdeveloped quadriceps, but this version of pigeon pose will help stretch those muscles, while providing a deep release of the hip flexors.
Bridge
This is a great strengthening exercise for the glutes and hamstrings, which can suffer when hip flexors become tight or short as a result of cycling or too much sitting.
