RIKI BRYAN, FOUNDER of the Hard Boiled Holistics “functional movement studio” in New York City, has a surprising perspective on gyms: He doesn’t like them. “I’d rather be cycling or surfing or doing something fun outdoors,” he says. “But in NYC, it’s hard to do that on a daily basis. So, I thought, how do I keep my body ready for those times when I do those sports?”
The DJ, designer, and cyclist developed a unique fitness philosophy that borrows from tai chi, yoga, boxing, weight lifting, and body-weight exercises. His workout system boosts strength, mobility, and flexibility - which has big benefits on the bike.
“Cyclists need to narrow the imbalances between muscle groups,” says Bryan. “They can overdevelop their quads, which then start to pull on their knees;…
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