We've pretty much discussed this.
However,

Originally Posted by
Raindrop
Likewise the old "hands behind the back" supposed core movement. If you want to improve your core strength, work on it off the bike...dont dilute your bike training for the sake of "fluff moves" on the spinning bike.
what happened to 'it's your ride"? I do this when I need a stretch.
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2009 Jamis Aurora/Brooks B-68
2010 Trek FX 7.6 WSD/stock bontrager