How to Use a Handcycle

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Handcycling is a great way for people with disabilities to exercise and lead an active lifestyle. Learn about handcycling in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Competitive Handcycling
If handcycling becomes a passion, there are ways to compete. Learn about competitive handcycling in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Determining Handcycling Needs
A fancy handcycle may not be necessary depending on your lifestyle. Learn about determining handcycling needs in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Disabilities & Handcycles
When a person becomes disabled, it can drastically change their life. Learn about disabilities in handcycling in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Getting in Handcycles
Get a handcycle on a stable, level surface. Learn about getting into handcycles in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Getting Out of Handcycles
The shoulders will be tired after a handcycling exercise. Learn about getting out of handcycles in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Handcycling & Active Lifestyles
Handcycling is good for exercise and staying in shape. Learn about leading an active lifestyle with handcycling in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Handcycling & Conventional Cycling
Riding a handcycle is very much like riding a bike. Learn about handcycling as compared to riding bicycles in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Handcycling Accessories
Depending on the level of need, there are a number of handcycle accessories available. Learn about handcycling accessories in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Handcycling Goals
Set goals to get increasingly better at handcycling. Learn about goals in handcycling in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Handcycling Safety
Be cautious when going on adventurous handcycling trips. Learn about handcycling safety in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Social Benefits of Handcycling
A handcycle can be good for exercise or getting out with the kids. Learn about the social benefits of handcycling in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Types of Handcycles
There are a number of different handcycles, and the price range can vary. Learn about handcycling and types of models in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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What is a Handcycle?
A handcycle is like a bike that's pedaled with the arms. Learn about handcycling in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Working Muscles on Handcycles
Handcycling is great for the shoulders, triceps, and heart. Learn about handcycling as an exercise in this free handcycle video from a Paralympic athlete.

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Tags: body, arms, upper, bikes, workouts, recreation, handcycling, handcycles, trikes, disabilities, disability

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Summary: A handcycle is a type of human-powered land vehicle powered by the arms rather than the legs, as on a bicycle. Most handcycles are tricycle in form, with two coasting rear wheels and one steerable, powered front wheel. Many manufacturers have designed and released hand-powered recumbent trikes, or handcycles. Handcycles are a regular sight at HPV meets and are beginning to be seen on the streets. Handcycling is a great upper body workout and can provide a great sense of freedom for persons with disabilities. While the high cost of these cycles means that they are still relatively rare, they continue to grow in popularity.

When a person becomes disabled, it can have a significant impact on their life. In this free video series, a Paralympic medalist will teach you how to lead an active lifestyle with handcycling, which is essentially a tricycle that is pedaled with the arms. You'll learn the social benefits of handcycling, the types of handcycles, and how to get in and out of a handcycle. You'll also learn how to ride a handcycle, how to be competitive with one, and what accessories are available. With these tips and techniques, you can pedal into a whole new active lifestyle.

About the Expert

Expert: Mike Schlappi is a world-class athlete, four-time paralympic medalist in USA Men's Wheelchair Basketball, two-time World Champion in wheelchair basketball, Olympic torch bearer for the 2002 Winter Olympic Games and Monoco Placard Bearer for opening ceremonies. Schlappi has been honored by the state of Utah as one of its top 50 athletes of the century. Schlappi is the only wheelchair basketball player in the USA to be a member of the past four paralympic teams. He was honored by his peers as a member of the all-world wheelchair basketball team.