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Team Wilpers Bike Fit Review by Amy Jay of @gofastmommy

Thank you @gofastmommy for sharing your Team Wilpers Bike Fit experience, from how to schedule & how it works to the results. Please see Amy’s review below:

Does my Peloton look different to you? I FINALLY got a proper bike fitting done with Team Wilpers and YOU GUYS it’s incredible. I feel so much more secure and comfortable on my bike now and my pedals glide in full circles like butter hah. PLUS, and I know some of you will be super proud of me, I learned how to make clipping out so much easier now!!

I know so many of you are probably curious about how my fitting went so I am going to summarize here. I scheduled online at teamwilpers.com. After you pay you can read the bios and availability of all the fitters and schedule. I went with @bikefitdwayne and he was amazing – he took lots of time with me was so helpful, knowledgable and patient. I did my fitting using ZOOM and it took just over an hour. After making sure my camera was in a good position my fitter asked me lots of questions about riding and injury history and then watched me perform stability exercises and assessed my feet for imbalances.

Next we adjusted my cleats. We adjusted them to use my metatarsal system better, we later readjusted the right side so that my knee would track over my feet on the bike.

We the raised my saddle so that more of my muscles would engage during rides and to keep my pelvis more stable too. We also pushed the saddle forward to get my knees over pedals better. We raised my handlebar a lot to make my reach more effective and comfortable.

Then we worked on pedal technique to involve my glutes, hamstrings, calves and core better. We also discussed positioning cues and drills to engage more muscles, increase my power and keep me injury free.

The result? I feel so much more in control of my ride on the bike now- with these adjustments I honestly feel like this machine was custom built for me, which is pretty cool. I have been in a PR rut for quite some time and I’m sure with this new positioning and cueing my output and love of the bike will continue to soar!

Have you gotten a TW Bike Fit? If so, what results have you seen?

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Today.com: Everything you need to know about starting an at-home cycling routine

Check out this article from today.com featuring Matt.

In the story, Matt discusses the importance of a good bike fit , tips about riding like how and when to ride out of the saddle, and how to use resistance and cadence hand in hand.

He also discusses how to measure your progress in training (think FTP and Power Zones!) and how to diversify your training to reach your goals.

Check it out and let us know what you think.

Train hard, train smart and always have fun!

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Q & A with Team Wilpers Bike Fitter, Pedro De Arriba

At Team Wilpers we are passionate about helping athletes achieve their fitness goals. For cyclists, a good place to start is ensuring athletes feel good on their bike. A comfortable rider is a happy, strong and confident rider. With this guiding principle, we have assembled a team of experts to conduct virtual bike fittings. What was once thought of as service for expert and professional cyclists, a bike fit can now be done in the comfort of your own home. For more information click here. 

We sat down with Team Wilpers’ Bike Fitting extraordinaire, Pedro De Arriba, based out of Gran Canaria, Spain, to help us answer 5 of the most frequently asked questions about bike fitting. Pedro has worked with thousands of cyclists, from beginners to pros, and brings over a decade of bike fitting experience and biomechanical cycling research to every fit session.

TW: We have a lot of questions come in about knee pain. Can you elaborate on your experience with this?
PA: Poor bike positioning can definitely lead to knee pain and this is something we discuss quite frequently. Fortunately, this is also one of the easiest things to fix. When your knee is properly aligned and tracking correctly, you are more likely to have a pain-free ride. Additionally, proper positioning allows you to build strength in the musculature around the knee, thus preventing future injury.

TW: Do I need a bike fit if I am not experiencing any discomfort?
PA: Yes. It’s always good to check that everything is ok. Sometimes it’s difficult to read your own body and a professional “check-up” can help discover things you may not notice until it’s too late. If you’re spending a lot of time in the saddle, being proactive is definitely the way to go. 

TW: How often should I have my position checked?
PA: My suggestion is to reach out to your bike fitter once a year. Physical changes are ongoing and expected. Body weight fluctuations, strength gain or loss, imbalances due to a new job, flexibility limitations, injuries – all these things come into play. Additionally, when introducing any new components (seat, shoes, pedals, etc) or a new bike you would want to touch base with your fitter.

TW: How exactly does a virtual fitting work and how should I prepare for my bike fitting appointment? 
PA: Appointments are conducted via FaceTime or the video platform of your choice. We will call you on the day and time of your appointment at the phone number you provide.

It’s important to set yourself up in a space that has good lighting and sound. Prepare to have your camera on a stable surface with a good view of yourself both on and off the bike.

We will spend time discussing your physical issues, goals and equipment, then watch you ride. Next, we’ll make adjustments to your position and finish with a follow up email summarizing the changes and issues we addressed. 

Here are some tips/reminders for your fitting session:

-We need to see you both on and off your bike from head to toe. 

-On the bike, we’ll need to see you from the side. Off the bike, we’ll need to see you standing up as well as laying down.

TW: What tools should I have on hand?

PA: Please make sure you have the proper tool required to adjust the cleats on the bottom of your cycling shoes.

 

To book a virtual fitting with Pedro or any of our amazing fitters, visit https://teamwilpers.com/services/bike-fit.