Common Aches and Pains

 Many cyclists at first blush don't think of the aches and pains on the bike (for some of us it's very hard to ignore, though :-))  So think about your last 10 or 15 bike rides.  Are you having any of the following issues?

• numb/tingling toes
•  "hot spots" on feet
•  ankle pain
•  calf-Achilles-heel pain
•  knee pain
•  hamstring soreness or pain
•  saddle sores
•  perineal / genital pain
•  perineal / genital numbness
•  low back pain
•  hip pain
•  rib or chest wall discomfort
•  shoulder pain or "hot spots"
•  neck pain
•  headaches
•  difficulty taking a full breath
•  elbow / forearm pain
•  wrist / hand pain

Remember pain isn't normal.  "Toughing it out" is acceptable only when it comes to exertion and effort.  You shouldn't hurt when you're just riding easily.