Downloadable

Quick guides for cyclists

Quick guides to overcome common issues experienced whilst riding.

Available guides

Guides for cyclists

  • $20

Guide to Foot pain on the bike

In this guide, Dr. Wendy Holliday explains the most common causes of foot discomfort on the bike, including cleat position, support through the arch, and shoe fit. You’ll work through a clear step-by-step checklist to make small changes and see what improves. The guide includes a simple shoe and insole test, a tracking sheet to log adjustments and symptoms and off-the-bike exercises to improve your stability.

  • Free

Guide to Indoor trainer setup

Indoor training shouldn’t hurt. This guide walks you through how to set up your bike on the trainer so it closely matches your outdoor position. Dr. Wendy Holliday covers leveling the bike, handlebar and saddle position so you’re not overloading your knees, back, or hands during longer indoor sessions. You’ll also get a quick checklist to follow every time you get on the trainer.

  • $20

Guide to Knee pain on the bike

In this guide, Dr. Wendy Holliday explains common causes of cycling-related knee pain and what your symptoms may be telling you. Follow the step-by-step checklist to optimize your position on the bike, reduce discomfort, and track your progress using the downloadable log. The guide also includes exercise demonstrations to help you address the root of your knee pain.

  • $20

Guide to Lower back pain on the bike

This guide from Dr. Wendy Holliday helps you understand why your lower back gets sore on the bike. You’ll learn which position changes matter most for reducing low back load, and you’ll work through a simple step-by-step checklist to fine-tune your setup. A printable tracking sheet is included so you can log adjustments and symptoms. You’ll also get guided exercises to strengthen your back.

  • Free

Guide to Optimal bike position

A step-by-step, self-check bike fit guide created by Dr. Wendy Holliday. Learn how to dial in your saddle height, tilt, setback, bar reach, and bar drop for comfort, power, and less strain, using only your phone, a trainer, and a few basic tools. Make small changes with confidence, ride pain-free, and know when to ask a fitter or bike shop for help.

  • $20

Guide to Upper body pain on the bike

This guide from Dr. Wendy Holliday focuses on upper body discomfort while riding, from neck tension to sore shoulders to numb hands. You’ll learn how fit factors like reach, bar height, and weight through the hands contribute to that pressure, and how to correct them. Use the included checklist to make small changes and record what improves. You’ll also get exercises to help you stay more supported on the bike.

  • $20

Guide to saddle discomfort

In this quick guide, Dr. Wendy Holliday will walk you through the key checkpoints that actually move the needle: saddle height, tilt, fore-aft, reach, bar height, and small contact-point tweaks that make a big difference. You’ll learn how to spot the cause of your specific discomfort and what to change first, so you’re not guessing or chasing internet myths. Includes a printable, step-by-step checklist.

Future guides

Watch this space for upcoming guides

Next up: Guide for cleat placement.