Great praise for Natural High Fitness from Paul Swift (inventor of the Bikefit system)
One of the more 'unique' places for bike fitting in the world is at Natural High in Okotoks, Alberta, located in the Great White North (at least during the cold winter months).
The program is driven by two of the calmest, yet most driven people I have had the pleasure to meet. They really took a methodical approach to this [Bike Fit] just like many of their offerings at the Natural High Fitness, or actually, Lifestyle Centre.
Natural High is owned by Andrew Gustafson and their cycling program is driven by Dan Giberson. Natural High has been training cyclists with CompuTrainers as well as the V-Bikes from Spinning. Dan and Andrew are both amazing at reading peoples' bodies, but were not sure what they were seeing with their cyclists, especially when the cyclist's mechanics were 'just not quite right.' With just a few tips, these two took to bike fit like no others I have seen. Combining their keen understanding of the body with their passion to help people, these guys just grasped the bike concept like they owned it. They integrated into bike fitters almost from the start.
It is rare I feel this comfortable with bike fitters and their ability to solve problems so quickly. We advanced through the training faster and further than I ever could have imagined.
If you ever get the chance, I highly encourage you to go experience this place and the people working at Natural High. -- Paul Swift
BikeFit Testimonials
"I hit the highway less than a year ago. I had no idea what I was getting myself into. I just knew that cycling was something that intrigued me and I needed to find out more. Sitting around 2500 kms later - the monster within me is hooked! I took to the roads like a mad women, seeking more speed and challenging routes each day I woke. Everything was fantastic! felt young and rejuvenated, the feeling was awesome. I only had one complaint
I felt awkward on my bike.
My seat was uncomfortable, my right foot would fall asleep, my left knee would occasionally hit the cross bar, and if my elbows got any closer to my face I would have been able to chew them off. These little annoyances, things that god forbid if I couldn't rectify, I for sure would never get to the Olympics
this is when my miracle arrived.
I got a call from Andrew Gustafson at Natural High saying that my name had been drawn for a bike fit. I was shocked, confused, and excited! What the heck is a bike fit?
I was sure this was a sign from the big man up above, and I really was going to be the best in the world. I couldn't think of anything more appropriate at this point in my career. I spent two weeks getting ready for the big event. All I knew was that Dan Giberson my CT Multirider Cycling Coach, a fantastic role model who obviously has a lot of patience to be able to put up with me, was going to be in attendance with a chap named Paul Swift who was all the way from the USA. My god this is my big chance! As soon as this guy Paul sees me on my bike I will instantly be referred to the National team
I could just feel it!
Well Sunday, January 13, 2008, has come and gone and I still have not received a call from the Canadian National Cycling Team, so I guess once again my hopes were a little high. However, what happened in that gym at the Natural High Fitness Centre was an absolute god sent! I had no idea that the little tweaking and squeaking of a few screws and bolts, and just a few recommendations, would have yielded me the results of feeling like an absolute pro. I am very grateful to Andrew Gustafson, Dan Giberson, and Paul Swift, for taking the time out for me. I highly recommend a bike fit for anyone either leisurely or competitively involved in the wonderful world of cycling. -- Sonia M. Mulley
"Just had a BikeFit done by the experts at Natural High. The process was an eye opener.
They fitted my bike to me rather than me trying to conform to the wrong setup. This was done while I was riding it on the computrainer. Can't believe the great benefits in comfort.
The BikeFit should be the 1st place you come with your bike if you want more comfort & power. Often the reason riders get sore is not from a lack of training or riding but from a bike that doesn't fit. BikeFit should reduce injuries & make riding time so much more enjoyable. A great investment!
A group of 6 of us just went through the BikeFit program. We had many years of riding experience and thought our bikes were setup fine. We were amazed as we could feel more comfort after just a few adjustments. The BikeFit program is based on fact & observation by the bike experts. We can already feel the benefits, thanks to Dan and Andrew. We only wished they had this technology earlier.
Power through a better riding season and be one with your bike!" -- Glen
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