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BIKE SET-UP
Before starting a cycling class, it is the instructor’s responsibility to make sure each participant is set
up correctly and properly positioned on the bike. The instructor may lead the set-up with the group — or
individually. Taking time to make sure each rider is comfortable on his or her bike is the first step to a
successful workout. If bike positioning is incorrect, performance may be compromised and the risk of
injury increases.
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As participants arrive in the studio and locate their bikes, assist both new and returning riders with
proper bike set-up
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To safely get on and off the bike, place the gear lever in the position of greatest resistance
(highest gear)
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While making adjustments, the instructor may adjust the rider’s bike with the participant off the bike or
while the rider is in the standing cycling position
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If the participant is adjusting his or her own bike, ask him or her to dismount to make set-up adjustments
POINTS OF CONTACT ON THE INDOOR BIKE
There are three main points of contact on the bike — saddle, pedals and handlebars.
1
Saddle
2
Pedals
3
Handlebars
1
2
2
3
3
ADJUSTMENT POINTS ON THE INDOOR BIKE
There are 5 adjustment locations on the M Series Indoor Bike.
1
Seat-Post Height
(raise or lower)
2
Saddle Fore and Aft
(slide forward and backward)
3
Handlebars Height
(raise or lower)
4
Handlebars Fore and Aft
(slide forward and backward)
5
Cages
(tighten or loosen)
5
4
1
2
2
3
3
TECHNICAL
ASPECTS