Hi,
Sorry if this is in the wrong place! I am a pretty new cyclist living in ATX. However, I've been afraid to ride because of one problem- I tend to overheat and faint easily. I have been to the doctor about it, and they said it's a vasovagal response to being too hot. I drink plenty of water and my doctor had my increase my salt intake, which helped. However, I fainted once shortly after a bike ride on a hot summer day last year and now I'm terrified to bike alone in case it happens again. My boyfriend is happy to ride with me, but he is busy and I would like to be riding more. Do any of you have any tips to avoid overheating?
Sorry if this is in the wrong place! I am a pretty new cyclist living in ATX. However, I've been afraid to ride because of one problem- I tend to overheat and faint easily. I have been to the doctor about it, and they said it's a vasovagal response to being too hot. I drink plenty of water and my doctor had my increase my salt intake, which helped. However, I fainted once shortly after a bike ride on a hot summer day last year and now I'm terrified to bike alone in case it happens again. My boyfriend is happy to ride with me, but he is busy and I would like to be riding more. Do any of you have any tips to avoid overheating?