is riding a bike good excersise for when you are pregnant?

Answer 1

Yes, but . . .

. . . as the pregnancy progresses, you will become more unsteady with the shifting weight and prone to falling off. (Personal experience.)

Better to get a recumbent bicycle or tricycle, or a recumbent stationary bike and go for it!

"Three remarkable characteristics of recumbent trikes include: 1) the fact that the rider does not need to disengage from the pedals when stopped; 2) the trike can be geared very low to enable mountain climbing while heavily loaded and at a slow speed, without losing stability; and 3) trikes are capable of turning sharply without leaning, producing lateral "g forces" similar to sports cars. Recumbent trikes may also be more suitable for people with balance or limb disabilities.

"Safety. The recumbent bicycle's low center-of-gravity and low distance from the ground significantly reduce the consequences of a fall for the rider, although the probability of a fall is greater.[citation needed] (A fall is far more critical to a fairing, however.) It's also possible to cycle right beside the curb without risking a pedal-curb collision. A fall from a recumbent may be less harmful than from an upright bike due to the feet-first orientation.
Comfort. The recumbent riding position reduces strain on the body, making it particularly suitable for long rides and touring. It is very easy on the neck, wrists, hands, arms, shoulders, lower back, and ischial tuberosities ("sit bones"). Riders who suffer back pain or genito-urinary trouble often find that recumbents allow them to make significant rides without pain.
Riding Position. The recumbent riding position enables the rider to face forward, at a comfortable angle, and view the passing scenery. An upright bike, particularly a road bike, on the other hand, has a riding position in which the natural angle is to stare down at the pavement below. In order to see the scenery, you have to crane your neck upward.
Health. Many riders switch to recumbents to alleviate the chronic back or neck pain they got from riding upright bikes. And on tricycles (or trikes), the inherent stability of three wheels allows very low gearing to be used, so that hills can be climbed without strain on joints. Also, on some recumbents, the rider's legs are nearly at the same height as the heart. This reduces the rider's hydrostatic pressure, thus allowing venous blood to more easily return to the heart. This physiological effect of improved circulation suggests an increase in rider endurance and/or increased power output on long rides."

Answer 2

My doctor told me I could ride a bike because the motion in my hips would help with cramping and help the baby move down towards the end of pregnancy. But he did warn me of the risks of falling off, or going into labor in the middle of my ride! I was basically told just not to start up any new activities during pregnancy, but if I could do it not pregnant, I could do it pregnant. Just be careful, and dont fall!


I had a friend who didnt have any choice but to ride her bike back and forth to work each day. She did it through out her whole pregnancy.

Answer 3

No, first of all if you are not a normal bike rider your body is not used to that type of sitting position - most bike seats are narrow and can cause excess pressure on your bottom. Second, if you fall it can hurt you and your child. Exercise is good while pregnant b/c if helps keep you in shape and will help with a healthy and easy delivery. Walking is the best exercise to do.

Answer 4

My doctor said I could bike ride through the 1st trimester only. After that your body starts to change, and grow, your center of gravity gets thrown off and it's too risky to bike ride. Walking and swimming are great alternatives.

Answer 5

Yup as long as your having a safe pregnancy and taking it easy, not overdoing it. Regular bike riding or walking is great to keep in shape and it will help when it comes time for delivery since the better in shape your muscles and body is they say the easier on your body it is to deliver.

Answer 6

Bike riding and horse back riding are both activities that are to be avoided while pregnancy due to the increased risk of a major fall which could be traumatic to both you and baby! Talk to your doc before you start riding...

Good luck and congratulations!!

Answer 7

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Answer 8

No, you are at a higher risk for falling because your balance is off. Safe excersizes for pregnant women are swimming and walking. Anything else, you should ask your doctor.

Answer 9

i have heard that pregnant women should not ride bikes. i don't know why, but that's what is said.

Answer 10

NO! The excersice itself isnt bad but there are too many risks. From the moment you get pregnate a fall can be fatal to your baby. Also, when you are pregnate your balance is off. I WOULDNT RISK IT. Try walking.