sternum pain

[gendii]

I am a commuter and just ride to get around town. I just started riding again after the long winter and when I ride I notice a horrible pain in the center of my chest the next morning. I get short of breath and have a hard time moving.

I notice this happening off and on every year and can't figure out exactly what i'm doing wrong while riding. I have a road bike, if that helps. Any suggestions?

[Zen]

This almost sounds like a bruised rib.
Are you carrying a messenger bag that might put pressure on that area?

Maybe just pay attention to your posture

[ny biker]

Can you tell us more about the pain? Is it constant? Stabbing, or dull ache? Does it only hurt when you do something, like move a certain way or take a deep breath?

[gendii]

its a stabbing paint when i first wake up. and i feel like i cant move. it takes a lot of effort to change positions. but it doesns't last the entire day. Its off and on.

Its the kind of pain that takes your breath away?

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

You should see a doctor about this right away. Might be nothing, or might be something serious. Never take chest pain or shortness of breath lightly!

[ny biker]

Yeah, I'd check with a doctor on that. Best to be on the safe side. And hopefully the doctor will know how to make the pain go away.

[gendii]

thanks everyone! i just wanted to know if it was a common thing.