The dangers of heart attack while cycling for beginners

Cycling has many benefits for fitness, especially when the trend is increasing. However, beginners should be more careful because excessive cycling can be a risk of heart attack.

Risk of heart attack when cycling in beginners

Cycling has many benefits for one's physical and mental health. It's just that, doing it excessively can actually be bad for health.

Recently, cycling is popular among people where fitness must be maintained. Seeing this, the founder of Mainscycle.com, Azrul Ananda, reminded that there were several incidents of heart attacks that occurred while cycling.

"During the COVId-19 pandemic, people are increasingly exercising, including cycling. What's dangerous is beginners who don't know the right way, then unwanted things arise, ”said Azrul in a talk show by the Task Force for the Acceleration of Handling COVID-19 on the BNPB YouTube account.

Last month, a 48-year-old man with the initials H died while resting after cycling at Monas. Gambir Sector Police Chief, Adjunct Senior Commissioner Kade Budiyarta said that doctors have confirmed that H died of a heart attack.

"The risk can be heart attack and stroke. There have been many cases like that, "said Azrul.

Starting to enjoy sports must be balanced with knowledge about the sport properly and correctly. Exercise must follow the appropriate steps because if you push yourself too hard it can endanger your health.

How can excessive exercise lead to heart attacks?

Cycling becomes a refreshing sport. Sitting on the saddle while rubbing for hours is sometimes not felt or even to the point of trying your hardest to keep moving to reach the target.

When exercising such as cycling, the heart will beat faster because it has to pump blood continuously, even though the heart's ability has limits.

"We must be open to the possibility that there are limits to cycling and if you cross these limits it can be bad for the heart," said cardiologist dr. James O'Keefe.

Doctor O'Keefe says excessive cardio does a little damage in the short term. Then this minor injury turns into a more severe long-term injury that can injure the heart and blood vessels.

"Over time, these long-term changes increase the risk of heart attack, coronary arteries and some cases of cardiac arrest," explained dr. O'Keefe.

This condition can also occur in athletes if they do not pay attention to the portion of the exercise and body condition. A study explains that sports such as athletics can put a strain on the cardiovascular (heart and blood vessels) and can pose a risk of undetected heart failure.

In recreational sports (including cycling) the incidence of sudden cardiac death can increase, especially if the individual has comorbidities. This is because many older individuals participate in this sport.

But this doesn't mean you have to put your bike down and stop wearing it. Cycling in a balanced manner is the best recipe for maintaining physical and mental health.

How to adjust the duration of cycling exercise?

When doing heart-training cardio such as cycling, you may feel a faster heart rate which makes your chest hurt. At times like this, you have to rest to restore your heart rate back to normal, then you can continue exercising again.

Experts agree, whether it's for sports fans, beginners, or experienced (seniors), physical activity is good for your health.

For the general public, The American Heart Association (The American Association of Cardiologists) recommends a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate (moderate) physical activity per week.

Moderate capacity sports such as activities such as walking, jogging , swimming, light cycling. In general, moderate activity will leave you free to have conversations while you are active.

If you have certain symptoms, a history of heart disease, or factors that lead to a heart attack, consult your doctor before starting cycling or changing the type and portion of exercise.

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