Ben Ward

APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
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Ben is the proud owner and operator of Cycle Dynamics. He graduated from the University of Queensland, earning his undergraduate physiotherapy degree with first-class honours in 2005, followed by a postgraduate master’s degree in sports physiotherapy in 2009. This achievement led to his titled membership with the Australian Physiotherapy Association as an APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist in 2010. During this journey, he also completed the Level 1 and 2 Road Track Cycling coaching courses. Ben’s fascination with bike fitting and cycling injuries began during his undergraduate studies, having taken up competitive road and track cycling a few years earlier and being fitted for a custom steel racing bicycle. His interest deepened after experiencing recurrent cycling-related lower limb injuries, which, while forcing him to step back from competitive riding, provided invaluable first-hand insights into the intricate relationship between bike fit and other factors such as training load and recovery.

In addition to running Cycle Dynamics, Ben offers general physiotherapy services under the name Ben Ward Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. He also works part-time at The University of Queensland as a physiotherapy clinical educator, supervising physiotherapy students within the university’s Musculoskeletal and Sports Injury Clinic.

Ben’s commitment to cycling goes beyond injury management; he is passionate about enhancing performance through customised bike fitting solutions. His approach blends scientific principles with practical experience, ensuring that every cyclist receives a personalised fit that maximises comfort and efficiency. He believes that every cyclist, whether a weekend enthusiast or a seasoned competitor, deserves to ride at their best. Through Cycle Dynamics, Ben empowers cyclists with the knowledge and tools they need to enjoy their sport while minimising the risk of injury.

Training / Qualifications

  • Master of Physiotherapy (Sports) – 2009
  • Level 2 Road and Track Cycling coaching accreditation 2009
  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy (1st class honours) – 2005
  • Level 1 Road and Track Cycling coaching accreditation – 2003

Publications

  1. Ward, B.P., Connick, M.J. & Vicenzino, B. Neuromusculoskeletal Symptoms and Bike Fit on Drop Bar 700c Road Bicycles: A Retrospective Case Audit Investigating Associations with Sex and Stature. In: Proceedings of the XXVI Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics; 2017 July 23-27; Brisbane, Australia; pg. 522; Available from: http://www.biomech2017.com/downloads/ISB2017-Full-Abstract-Book.pdf