Have any of you biked during your pregnancy. And when I mean biked, like cycling, clipped in, jersey biked. It's finally getting somewhat nicer in Ohio soon and I really and itching to get on my bike but not sure if that's okay or not. It's may favorite way to get cardio in besides walking. I am 13 weeks tomorrow (March 25th) so hoping that it's okay... Otherwise I will wait till my appt in April to check with doc.
Re: Biking during Pregnancy
I ride horses; one who's a mellow, slow-moving easy guy, and my other who can be a speed demon. I asked my doc if it was okay for me to ride the mellow one once a week (that's all I've got time for and all I've been riding for months now), and he told me it was okay up to 24 weeks.
I also ride "bitch" on my husband's motorcycle, and the doc said that was okay for as long as I felt comfortable.
I -do- think you should consult your doctor though. My husband also had a LOT of input as well (it's his baby too) on both questions, but he ultimately told me to ask my OB and whatever the doctor said, he would go along with.
I tend to waffle back and forth. On the one hand, the potential risks of whatever sport or activity we're involved in. On the other hand, I could just as easily be in a car accident. It's hard for me to want to give up ALL of my "freedoms". And, for me, riding is as much mental therapy as it is exercise.
Good luck however you decide!!
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I had one of my worst falls from a horse on one of the most "bombproof" in the barn. We were on a trail ride and he tripped and went down on his knees quickly and I went over his head and landed the wrong way on a large rock. I had a cracked helmet, a concussion and a broken wrist.
Yes, I know we can't mitigate every risk, but we can certainly choose not to do things that aren't necessary. I have to drive my car to work, but I don't have to cycle outside or go horseback riding. Maybe I'm just paranoid, but we've also had a lot of accidents involving motorists and cyclists recently.
I think it really is one of those situations where we each have to weigh the pros and cons for ourselves, speak with our doctors and go with it. Like I said, for me, it's not just the exercise, but for my own mental health. I, and my husband, agreed to go with what the doctor said. And we're both okay with it. The OP, along with a professional and her partner (if they're involved) will have to make that call for themselves.
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Proud Mother to 16 year old Austin (MCJROTC Sgt., Trumpet playing "Band Nerd" and hopeful Air Force Pilot!)
Proud Stepmother to 12 year old Josh (Baseball playing, Saxophone playing "Band Nerd" and hopeful Doctor!)
Proud Mother to baby Kaylee (Stuffed toy playing, Adorable smiling baby and hopeful Rodeo Princess!)
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Proud Mother to 16 year old Austin (MCJROTC Sgt., Trumpet playing "Band Nerd" and hopeful Air Force Pilot!)
Proud Stepmother to 12 year old Josh (Baseball playing, Saxophone playing "Band Nerd" and hopeful Doctor!)
Proud Mother to baby Kaylee (Stuffed toy playing, Adorable smiling baby and hopeful Rodeo Princess!)