I am a diabetic, asthmatic and have cardio myopathy (enlarged heart due to high blood pressure). I exercise as much as possible. I am an avid cyclist. But - I lose energy, get muscle weakness and I have trouble climbing hills on my bike. My medical conditions are well controlled but I'm always the last one in the group, and always the last one up the hills. I'm thinking that it might just be all in my mind... does anyone else have any of these problems?
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05-01-2008, 05:42 AM #1
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05-01-2008, 07:46 AM #2
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I don't have your health issues, but i'm slow too. Nothing wrong with being slow, at least you're out riding!
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05-01-2008, 07:57 AM #3
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Get different riding partners, or outfit them with much heavier bikes.
Just kidding, don't worry about it. Ride your ride and be happy to be alive. That's really all that matters.
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05-01-2008, 09:27 AM #4
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I was recently put on a ribose supplement. It's supposed to be REALLY helpful with heart conditions and whatnot and general muscle cramping that can't be fixed with electrolites. maybe you should look into it.
on the up side, at least you're out there riding!
keep it up!
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05-05-2008, 11:39 PM #5
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Everyone rides at a different pace no matter their health, fitness level, age or experience
Just go with the flow and remember the most important thing.....
have fun!
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05-06-2008, 08:07 AM #6
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you should be proud! keep up riding and dont give up.
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05-01-2008, 07:55 AM #7
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I'm slow, too. A few years ago I found out I have Crohn's ... maybe that explains why it seems like I don't reap the benefit of all my hard exercise the way that others seem to.
You're out there -- that's what matters!
But, aside from that, have you talked to a nutritionist at all? You may be able to get some wins with a different diet or supplements.
I quit gluten a few months ago -- and for me personally, it's possibly the best thing that's ever happened for me. I'm still figuring out all the ways in which I feel healthier and better than I have for years. It's possible (although I'm not promising anything) that you could be eating something that doesn't work well for your body.monique
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