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@melon
i had a bit of a cycling epiphany recently, i dont know if i can articulate well enough for you to try it. im not from a cycling background either so have no idea if this is good technique, but it works alot better for me.
i sort of roll my pelvis back into my body, which gives me a longer arm reach and more purchase on the pedals. im much more comfortable, put down more power and can definatly feel the diffrence in air resistance down fast hills. it makes my back very flat. before when i went low i always felt cramped and couldnt open my chest fully. i very quickly got used to it and always ride this way now.
i sort of arch my back with my arse further back, and push my shoulders back and up. my belly is sucked right in. the front of my saddle contacts my jewels a little more than before.
i used to find holding myself in drop position without using my hands awkward, i can do it all day now.