Lower-back injuries and bicycling?

Question

I need more exercise. What can you tell me about the benefits / problems for the lower-back and bicycling?

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Answer 1

Consider a semi recumbent

http://www.posturalrestoration.com/about...

or full recumbent bike:

http://www.easyracers.com/09-ez_sport_cx...

there are others, too.

Answer 2

I would avoid a road bike and stick with something that puts you in a more upright position when you ride.

Double check with your doctor for his opinion and check out your local bike shop to get properly fitted for a bike. A proper fit will give a more comfortable ride.

Answer 3

lots of people with back trouble ride recumbents.  recumbents can also be very fast, as they have better aerodynamics.  there was a manufacturer called BikeE that closed shop a few years back, but they sold SO many that theres still a lot on the road and used marketplace (they were kinda the "VW beetle" of 'bents).

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Recumbent_b...