Cycling in Alignment with Colby Pearce Helen Hall: We Can Swizzle - Part 1 - Ep82
Jun 16, 2022
Helen Hall, a running coach, biomechanist, and bike fitter, shares her vast expertise in minimal running and bike fitting. She discusses the nuances of bike fitting, emphasizing personalized adjustments for cyclists. Helen recounts her transformative journey from marathon running to minimal footwear, connecting running and cycling. The conversation highlights the importance of biomechanics for performance efficiency, and she even touches on gender challenges in the bike fitting industry, stressing the need for innovation and inclusivity.
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Overcame Hypoglycemia by Cutting Carbs
- Helen Hall overcame daily hyperglycemic panic attacks simply by stopping carbohydrate intake overnight.
- This radical dietary change eliminated her pre-diabetic symptoms without medical intervention.
Bike Fitting Is A Continual Journey
- Bike fitting is an ongoing process, not a one-time event, as bodies continually change with movement and time.
- Fits should adapt progressively to maintain efficiency and comfort as the rider's body evolves.
Cycling As Modified Walking Gait
- Cycling fundamentally is a modified form of walking gait, sharing similar central nervous system pattern generators.
- Lack of ground impact and proprioceptive feedback in cycling shoes alters normal gait signals, reducing muscle activation.