Why Do You Get Sick After A Peloton Ride?

Hey there, Peloton riders! I’m sure we’ve all experienced the high of riding a Peloton bike, giving it our all, and feeling proud of our hard work. But what about the times when you don’t feel so great after a ride? I know I’ve had those experiences, and it’s certainly not fun. In fact, it’s what led me to write this article.

Recently, I had an intense Peloton ride, and I was feeling pretty good about it. However, a few hours later, I found myself struck with headaches, chills, and fatigue. I felt terrible, and it felt like all my hard work had gone to waste. Now – this isn’t a common thing, but it can happen for many reasons after a workout, and not just with Peloton Rides. 

So, let’s dig deep into each reason you might be feeling ill after a Peloton ride. We’ll explain why each cause might trigger certain symptoms and, most importantly, provide you with some tips and best practices to help you avoid feeling sick in the future. Let’s get started!

Dehydration During Peloton Ride

Dehydration is a tricky condition that can impact the body in many different ways. Put simply, dehydration occurs when your body has lost too much fluid and electrolytes. This might happen when you’re not drinking enough water or when you’re sweating too much. In the case of a Peloton workout, dehydration can happen due to excessive sweating during a ride.

How Peloton Rides Can Lead to Dehydration

If you’re working out on a Peloton bike, you’re already exerting yourself quite a bit. Add to that the additional heat from your body and the humid air in your home gym, and it’s easy to see how you can lose quite a bit of fluids during a ride. A particularly intense workout on a Peloton bike can cause you to lose at least a liter of water through sweat alone!  That’s why it’s so important to stay hydrated during your ride.

Symptoms of dehydration

According to Mayo Clinic, Dehydration can have several symptoms, and these can vary depending on the extent of dehydration itself. At first, you might just feel thirsty or a little dizzy, but more pronounced cases can lead to headaches, fatigue, muscle cramps, or decreased performance. Severe dehydration can even lead to heat exhaustion or heatstroke. Yikes.

Tips to prevent dehydration during Peloton rides

To prevent dehydration during your ride, make sure to drink plenty of water before, during, and after exercise. The American Council on Exercise recommends drinking 17-20 ounces of water 2-3 hours before exercising, then 7-10 ounces every 10-20 minutes during exercise. Consider investing in a hydration pack that you can sip from easily while riding. Additionally, try to ride in a cooler environment, such as near an air conditioner or fan. Lastly, make sure to listen to your body – if you feel thirsty or lightheaded, take a break and drink some water.

How Peloton Rides Can Lead to Overexertion

Have you ever pushed yourself too hard during a workout? You may have experienced overexertion. This can happen when you’re working out at such a high intensity that you’re not giving your body enough time to recover. This can cause damage to your muscles and other bodily systems.

Peloton rides can be an intense workout that leaves you feeling energized and strong, but it’s easy to overdo it. Maybe you’re trying to keep up with other riders in the leaderboard or trying to hit a new personal record (I’m constantly guilty of this), but pushing yourself too hard and not giving your body enough rest between rides can lead to overexertion.

Symptoms of Overexertion

Overexertion can show up in many ways, including fatigue, muscle soreness, dizziness, or nausea. You may also notice decreased performance, such as a slower cadence on the bike or not being able to maintain your usual resistance level. Prolonged overexertion can lead to more significant symptoms, such as injury or even exhaustion.

Tips to Prevent Overexertion During Peloton Rides

To prevent overexerting yourself during Peloton rides, it’s important to listen to your body. Seriously. You need to know that it’s OK to not push yourself, constantly.

Take rest days between workouts and make sure to stretch and foam roll your muscles. Gradually increase your intensity and resistance levels, avoiding sudden jumps.

Don’t compare yourself to other riders on the leaderboard and focus on your own progress. If you start to feel exhaustion or other symptoms of overexertion, slow down, and take a break. Remember, consistency is key, and overdoing it will only lead to delays and setbacks in your fitness journey.

Low Blood Sugar During Your Peloton Rides

Alright, we need to have a serious chat about low blood sugar. It’s one of those things that can sneak up on you when you least expect it, but it’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms so you can stay safe and healthy during your workouts.

So let’s break it down. What exactly is low blood sugar? Simply put, it’s when the level of glucose in your blood drops below a certain point. It can be caused by a number of factors, such as skipping meals or eating too few carbohydrates, taking certain medications, or exercising too vigorously without proper fueling. And speaking of exercise…

Let’s talk about how Peloton rides can lead to low blood sugar. We all know that Peloton rides can be intense, energizing, and downright addictive. But they can also be a recipe for low blood sugar if you don’t fuel your body properly before and during the workout. Think about it – you’re burning a ton of calories, sweating out fluids, and pushing your body to the limit. Without enough carbs and electrolytes to replenish what you’ve lost, you could be setting yourself up for a blood sugar crash.

So, what are the symptoms of low blood sugar? They can vary from person to person, but common signs include weakness, dizziness, shakiness, headache, sweating, and confusion. If you notice any of these symptoms during your Peloton ride, it’s important to take action right away.

How To Prevent Low Blood Sugar During Your Peloton Rides

Which brings us to our next point – how to prevent low blood sugar during Peloton rides. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

• Fuel up with a healthy, balanced meal or snack (that includes carbs!) before your workout
• Stay hydrated throughout the ride by sipping on water or a sports drink
• Consider using an energy gel or drink if you’re riding for longer than 60 minutes
• Listen to your body and take a break or modify your intensity if you start feeling symptoms of low blood sugar

Conclusion

We hope this information has helped you to become a safer and more confident rider. Remember, safety should always be your number one priority when riding your Peloton bike. Pay attention to your body, make sure you’re hydrated – and if you’re not feeling it that day, skip the workout! It’ll always be there tomorrow. Stay safe, and enjoy the rides!