I cycled while on IV abx. It was one of the very few exercises my nurse allowed me to do. I ride a road/racing bike so, not to many bumps or dirt.

Have fun and don't get lost!

That way, if you start to feel pressure in the arm you can turn around knowing you only have 3 to get back.

Its just that for over a year I practically never even went outside and I have really enjoyed the exercise the past few months, and even when I am feeling really ****ty, a lot of times once I start riding I just get in kind of a zone and its like a nice escape, plus like I said I feel like I am doing my body some good. Of course there have been plenty of times too when I force myself out the door and turn back around before I reach the end of my street because I am feeling so awfull.

I was really just concerned about putting too much pressure on the line or getting to sweaty. Thanks to everyone who responded, I really appreciate the advice and everything, I will be careful no matter what I end up doing.

And for what its worth, where I live there is a great trail that runs for miles and miles with nothing but other bikers, runners, and a occasional small hill, its mostly flat and smooth everywhere. And I too ride a road/racing bike.

Thanks again,

I hear you! I love cycling. It is one of the few exercises that makes me feel agile and strong. It also clears my head to be outside alone with the wind in my face.

I ride very early in the AM to avoid cars and joggers because my balance is so iffy. I ride as the sun is coming up. It is a great way to start your day.

Then, I come home and take my meds and start to feel crummy all over again. Oh well.

As for the sweating, yes watch that, another good reason to cycle when it is cooler in the AM. My nurse used to cringe when I arrived for my bandage change and the sweat had curled the edges of the bandage. She explained that the sweat has nowhere to go so it gets re-absorbed into the PICC area. Ewwww = toxins.

Enjoy your rides.