Skydiving? Am I putting myself at huge risk?

Go for it!!!!!!!  I just did the Seattle-to-Portland Bicycle Classic and feel wonderful.  This wasn't sky diving but about 10 hours in the saddle each day.  Trust me, it wasn't my left arm I was feeling.

Endorphin high lasted for TWO DAYS!!!!  Went cycling tonight and couldn't believe how strong I am.

You have to do this, you just do.

I vote for do it and please tell us all about it. Just wear your sleeves and gloves, you'll have a suit on. If you're extra concerned, maybe an underarmour shirt, inside out.

You're so brave, and I want to hear all about it.

Kira

I don't know why someone would want to jump out of a 'perfectly good' plane, but if it is what you always wanted to do, go for it.

Leah, My hubby was in the army and trained with the 82nd Airborne to try to get over his fear of heights (didn't complete training due to pnumonia), but it didn't work.  We went to Blowing Rock NC several years ago and he refused to go out on the wooden observation platform that is over the edge of the rock.

Sheila

LOL, that wasn't on my bucket list, but was on my "single lady" list, to do before I married.  Did everything else except go for the 'chute.

Altitude changes, and that big "jerk" when the chute opens would be my only concerns.  Ck. out the LE site and PM Binney to get recommendations. 

But if all is good: GO FOR IT!

you should totally do it... I was told by my dr (I was 32) the only time he worries about lymphadema and flying if it is flights longer than two hours because it increases your risk... soooooo, therrefore SKYDIVING would be a snap.... have fun!!

Lori:

 My husband is a skydive instructor and has taken many people with skydiving bucket lists on a tandem.  I'm assuming that's what you're planning to do.  I think you should be fine.  The top of your harness will hook just under your bust line and then you step into the bottom portion of the harness and those straps will hook around the top of your legs. Then that harness is hooked in the back to your tandem instruction.  So there shouldn't be any pressure under your arms at all. I say this because I have done one such tandem when my husband reached 1000 skydives and will go again when he reaches 2000 (which will be this year soon).  I have been on the ground many times when my husband lands with one of his tandem students who range in age from 18 to 80 and I have never seen one who landed that didn't hoop and holler with excitement saying it was the most exhilerating and fun thing they ever did!

GO FOR IT GIRL!  Compression gear, chute, plane, jump and scream/laugh.  My lymph only really plays up on long flights - like to and from the U.S.  I have found ways it won't stop me from living a full/fool life you can too.  This proves it.  Jump for joy.

Way to go!  Have fun. I am to chicken to even play golf now.

Years ago, after brain surgery, I decided that if I got through it, I was gonna do some stuff I always wanted to do but was too scared to try.  First was horseback riding lessons and learning to jump.  That led to years of thrills and enjoyment with my wonderful Appaloosa partner.  Then I always wanted a red convertible.  Got it, hated it.  Too hot on the highway, but I looked good "wearing" it!  Ended up selling the car to an envious co-worker, but at least I tried!  Now I'm older and much more cautious but I urge you to go for it.  May I also suggest, in addition to your le garments, maybe a Depends!  LOL. 

I've got to admit that when I read the "skydiving" subject header I figured that it was a response to what to say when people ask about an arm.  In fact, it would be a GREAT response!  But, be careful so it isn't a true response. If it were me, I would be with the "why leave such a lovely plane" camp, but do it.  We wimps can live vicariously through you.  - KS1

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