Paul Swift from BikeFit sent out an infographic showing proper wrist alignment - their example is for a mountain bike, but the concept is identical no matter what you're riding. If you've been to WSSC, BikeFit is the company who provides the very popular bicycle shoe cleat alignment / adjustment service.
Complaints about hand numbness are typically the result of riding with hyper-extended wrists. We've explored the need for proper hand position in detail here at ICI/PRO in these posts:
Correcting Student”™s Form — Proper Hand Position
More on preventing carpal tunnel / hand numbness in your students
5 Tips that will help you (and your hands) feel more comfortable on your bike
- ICI Podcast 294 – Meet Nick Oram Master Instructor and Founder of CHS Revolution Indoor Cycling Studio - May 16, 2025
- Everyone Loves a Parade! - May 13, 2025
- Is a triathlon on your list of resolutions? - May 10, 2025