Weird pains not sure what happened

[momtohanna]

Today I took a longish ride (16 miles) however, I was towing my daughter in the trailer. By the time I was done my girlie parts were numb and my toes were numb and sore.

I've done longer rides and had no discomfort at all ~ what's the deal? Was it towing her in the back that made the difference? and if so what might I be able to do about it?

thanks

[kermit]

I imagine pulling your daughter in the trailer had something to do with it. Pulling anything, you probably worked harder sitting heavier on the saddle and pedaled harder with your feet. Try to stand up every once in a while on a flat spot to make sure the blood is flowing. Thats my guess.

[Cataboo]

maybe gearing down would help?

[momtohanna]

@Catriona ~ I was in a gear where the next one down just felt out of control easy ~ so I don't think that was it ~ but I'll keep it in mind.

Wondering if my seat may need to be adjusted?

[TrekWSDmechanic]

Hey there Hanna's mom.

Can you tell me what your shoe/pedal set up is?

[momtohanna]

sneakers and regular flat pedals on my mtb