Pregnancy is a magical thing, but it is different for everyone. You need to really listen to your body and understand what risks you’re willing to take. In this two part video I’m going to be talking about riding motorcycles into pregnancy to give you all the information to make an informed decision, key topics covered in part 1:
4:18 - Who is Vanessa Ruck, my background and foundations to pregnancy
7:26 - Motorcycles and pregnancy
8:19 - Always listen to your body
10:39 - Aware of the physical changes
12:17 - Be kind to your body
14:29 - Pregnancy is not the time for new sports
15:13 - It’s proven that staying active in pregnancy is a good thing
17:38 - Do we have to avoid impacts, bumps and vibrations while pregnant?
19:13 - Himalayan ADV motorcycle trip at 13 weeks pregnant -
21:58 - Adapting to pregnancy – mental health
23:31 - Remember - It is your pregnancy, not societies
24:50 - Only you know your body and your relationship with riding motorcycles
Check our part two for the next part of the decision process where I’ll cover:
1. What motorcycle to ride in pregnancy
2. Consider who are you riding with
3. What terrain to motorcycle ride in pregnancy
4. Know your skill level for riding in pregnancy
5. Gauge your own risk
6. What protective clothing can you wear while pregnant on a bike
PLUS - a few more important things to consider
1. It’s OK to be too tired to ride
2. Always, always have water with you
3. Don’t get too hot
4. Snacks on snacks!
5. Plan toilet stops
6. Bumps aren’t bad
7. Acceleration, deceleration and leaning
8. At some point, your gear or bike might not fit
The motorcycle community & pregnancy
I hope this is useful. Let me know any questions, thoughts and your experience in the comments. I really hope this video helps you with your decision about riding motorcycles during pregnancy. My inbox is always open on Facebook and Instagram if you want to ask any questions, share your story or simply say hi.
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