# Rocker Plates for Trainers

**URL:** <https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/rocker-plates-for-trainers/1981>\
**Category:** Equipment\
**Tags:** trainer\
**Created:** [October 1, 2018, 2:25pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/rocker-plates-for-trainers/1981 "2018-10-01T14:25:06Z")\
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**Author:** ![mcneese.chad](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/mcneese.chad/32/15056_2.png) [@mcneese.chad](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mcneese.chad)\
**Post date:** [October 31, 2020, 1:15pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/rocker-plates-for-trainers/1981/1566 "2020-10-31T13:15:53Z")

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> [@averagejan](#):
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> I was wondering if it’s really beneficial to training, as in using more muscle groups etc.

Per my OP:

> [@Inside Ride Kickr E-Flex Trainer Motion System](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/inside-ride-kickr-e-flex-trainer-motion-system/20469/417):
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> **2. Core & Upper Body Use**
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> - With softer leveling spring settings, it requires more engagement from the core and upper body to ride level and maintain a smooth pedal stroke.
> - This is true for seated and standing efforts, when compared to rigid trainers.

So yes, I firmly believe the additional freedom of motion requires more muscle engagement from the rider.

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