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Whether it's the bike-to-work movement or a fun way to stay fit, more people than ever are cycling.Mobile users tap here to watch videoClocking miles can mean back pain, sore wrists or uncomfortable knees, but it shouldn't. New technology called Bike Fit is working to make that go away, and more people are doing it.One of Sam Schneider's favorite places to be is on her bike."It just does something to me. It's really relaxing. I just kind of get into my own world even when I am in a pack or traveling with road traffic," Schneider said.She rides about 100 miles a week and is getting ready for a race."It just surprises me what my body can do," Schneider said.Bike Fit is where science meets two wheels and a seat."We have an EKG machine here. We have the ability to do blood lipid tests, testing and all sorts of stuff," said John Russell, with Race Pace Bicycles.Russell is taking about a full evaluation, customizing bikes to the riders' body. The technology is geared for everyone, not just elite athletes."Everybody can benefit from finding the most efficient position on their bike. Everybody can benefit from just having a second set of eyes look at them while they’re on their bike and be like, 'That looks great. Go ride,'" Russell said.The cost is anywhere from $75 to $400. The idea is to save riders from injury and also give them more time on the bike, not just in miles, but in years.That's one reasons Schneider said she rode into Race Pace Bicycles."This is the first time I am looking to hone in on reducing fatigue on my bike and just how can I relax better on it and increase my power output," Schneider said.Her session lasted about an hour. It didn't take much, only a few adjustments, and she was ready to take it for a test ride."It's definitely going to help from fatigue to changing how I attack hills and sprains and things like that," Schneider said.It's a good thing, because she is in it for the long haul.