Physiotherapist Bike Fit Vancouver - Olympic Village
Cycling often features periods of prolonged positions which can potentially stress your neck, wrists, low back, knees, and ankles. If you have a bike that is improperly fit, the development of uncomfortable symptoms in these areas that impact your ability to cycle can be common and lead to injuries that may be preventable.
A bike fit with a physiotherapist trained in bike fitting can address these concerns by optimizing your posture and riding mechanics and mitigate these risks.
A bike fit session at Alaia includes a full body assessment, an on-bike assessment, exercise prescription (if needed), and a fitting summary.
Who Should Get a Professional Bike Fit?
A professional bike fit can benefit cyclists of all levels, from recreational riders to competitive athletes. You may benefit from a bike fitting if you:
- Experience discomfort while riding, such as knee pain, numb hands, saddle discomfort, or lower back pain
- Recently purchased a new bike and want to ensure it is properly set up for your body
- Ride long distances and want to improve comfort and endurance
- Are recovering from a cycling-related injury
- Want to improve pedaling efficiency and overall riding performance
- Feel that your current position on the bike is not comfortable or sustainable for longer rides
Even small adjustments to saddle height, handlebar position, or cleat alignment can significantly improve comfort and reduce strain on your body.
What does a bike fit session at Alaia look like?
Step 1:
Come to your session with your bike and specific bike clothing (cleats, shorts, form-fitting jersey (preferably).
Step 2:
Have a conversation with your physiotherapist about your concerns, goals, injury history and go through a thorough physical assessment with your physiotherapist.
Step 3:
Get on your bike and go through several measurements and tasks while your physiotherapist assesses your riding posture and mechanics. Adjustments will be made in conjunction with how these changes feel and alter your riding mechanics
Final step:
Pedal away! Go out for some rides and see how the changes feel.
*Keep in mind that the bike fitting process may need readjustment or subsequent fits if changes are not well tolerated.
Common Problems a Bike Fit Can Solve
Many common cycling discomforts are caused by improper bike setup or positioning. A professional bike fitting can help address issues such as:
- Knee pain during or after rides
- Hand numbness or wrist discomfort
- Neck or upper back tension
- Lower back pain while riding
- Saddle soreness or numbness
- Reduced power transfer or inefficient pedaling mechanics
- Hip discomfort or uneven pedaling
Questions about our Bike Fit services?
Please email us at info@alaia.ca or call the clinic at 604-812-4286.
Why Choose Bike Fitting at Alaia?
Physiotherapist-led Assessment
Your bike fit begins with a clinical evaluation of your mobility, strength, movement patterns, and injury history, not just bike measurements. This allows us to understand the underlying causes of discomfort and make adjustments that support both comfort and long-term health.
Fitters Who Ride
Our physiotherapists are experienced cyclists who understand the real demands of riding. We tailor your fit based on your discipline, whether you ride road, gravel, mountain, triathlon, or commute regularly.
Customized, Not One-Size-Fits-All
Every rider and every bike is different. Your bike fit is personalized to your anatomy, riding goals, flexibility, and experience level rather than relying on generic fitting formulas.
Comfort, Performance, and Injury Prevention
An effective bike fit helps reduce common cycling discomforts such as numbness, knee strain, and lower back pain while improving pedaling efficiency and reducing the risk of overuse injuries.
Integrated Rehabilitation Support
If your bike fit reveals muscle imbalances, mobility limitations, or movement restrictions, we can provide targeted physiotherapy exercises to help support your new riding position and improve long-term performance.