April 23, 2024
We Have a Perks Program We’re excited to announce an all new addition to your MyVeloFit subscription. We have launched the MyVeloFit Perks Program! All paid accounts now gain access to the perks program where you can leverage exclusive discounts from industry brands to continue taking your cycling experience to the next level. Continue reading for more details on how it works! Why did we do it? As we are sure you know, there is A LOT that goes into the sport of cycling. From kit, to gear, to training programs, it feels never ending. We believe in the importance of having a proper bike fit so that you can actually enjoy all of those things, but we are also aware that a bike fit may require you to swap out some components on your bike. We are hoping that […]
March 31, 2022
There’s an old saying that goes something along the lines of “invest in the things that come between you and the ground”, and when thinking about bike fit it’s safe to assume this is investing in the things that come between you and the bike. While the first item that may come to mind is your saddle (and you wouldn’t be wrong), the more overlooked element in this system is your feet, and what you put on them. We’ve discussed the importance of proper saddle positioning and its role as the foundation of your entire position. However, addressing the interface between you and the bike at your feet is a close second when considering injury prevention and avoiding common pains. Unlike most other activities, cycling involves extremely high volumes of very repetitive movements (pedalling). Even activities like running see much more variation in each […]
January 18, 2021
Foot pain while cycling can be very frustrating as it is difficult to relieve while you are out on the road. Unlike saddle or hand issues where you can stand up to relieve the saddle discomfort, or change your hand position to relieve your hand discomfort, with your feet you always have a certain amount of pressure going through them. The first thing you should do if you are having significant foot pain is to ensure your shoe is the correct size and style for your foot, and that your cleats are in the right position. Check out our guide for shoe selection and cleat placement. From a fit perspective there are three things that often lead to foot discomfort. Two originate with the saddle and one with the cleats. A saddle that is too high can lead to excess […]
