Feeling weird when working out... blood flow problem?

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chandldj

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I've been working out off and on for over 10 years and i've always had some odd side effects... i'm wondering if I have a problem? does anyone else get this? should I be seeing a doctor? lol

When working out, i'm always pushing myself as much as possible, going to complete failure and getting a spotted rep or 2 and/or doing supersets sometimes... I get the following symptoms on some occasions, more so when doing tough, demanding parts like legs...

1. general lightheadedness... though usually much less severe... a couple times when doing legs I had blurred vision & saw black spots and had to take 10 mins before continuing or had to quit for the day.

2. Often times when i'm working out i'll yawn even if i'm wide awake before I started the workout? wtf? I hardly ever see anyone yawning at the gym.

3. I seem to lose steam faster than most and have a long recovery time... i.e. i'll do chest and my first set i'll do 225 lbs. 8 times, 2nd set after 2-3 mins... 205 lbs. 7 times... 3rd set... 195 lbs. 7 times... it seems most other people can do about the same weight the same number of times, but i lose steam very quickly.

As a side note, whenever I go to get my blood taken, I always have to get a very experienced nurse because i'm told I have tiny veins... they can never find them. Also, I do make sure that i'm breathing properly before during and after my sets.

Do you think these symptoms stem for poor circulation? I have had my blood pressure taken recently and on a number of occasions and i'm told it is good.

Any ideas anyone? Thanks in advance for your help!

Dean
 
Maybe you aren't eating enough to give yourself the energy to train that hard? I remember having to fast before getting a blood test and I had the same vein problem......but it was because I hadn't eaten enough.

Also, no one knows exactly why people yawn. It doesn't necessarily mean you are tired.
 
JTM said:
Maybe you aren't eating enough to give yourself the energy to train that hard? I remember having to fast before getting a blood test and I had the same vein problem......but it was because I hadn't eaten enough.

Also, no one knows exactly why people yawn. It doesn't necessarily mean you are tired.
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From what I've heard, the best theory is that it sends a bit of a rush of blood to your brain - aka your either trying to get/stay awake, which is why you do it when you sleep, or you're perhaps focusing very intently on something. Just a theory though. :)

As for the OP, perhaps you're not drinking enough water? My mom's an RN with credentials out the wazoo and I've heard her say that constant reoccoring dehydration can lead to bad veins. I'll see her tomorrow and ask for for ya though. ;)
 
Well what exactly is your blood pressure??

Usually you get lightheadiness when theres not enough blood going to the brain, perhaps you have low bp?
 
Everyone so far has touched on the important points - Usually dizzyness and the feelings you described are from 1) Low blood sugar (when was the last time you ate) 2) Dehydration - Keep on drinking water! or 3) Low Blood Pressure

Some points - move slowly after your reps - don't just jump up b/c this will make you feel even worse. - Also, when you get blood drawn if you are dehydrated or have had a lot of caffeine it is harder to locate/stick veins (not sure if that is anything for you....)

My suggestion is that if this continues and you are drinking plenty of water and eating properly than you may want to ask the doc.
 
are you holding your breath while lifting? Typical rookie mistake is to hold your breath for too long and pass out.

Going to complete faliure all the time and having a spotter help you with reps is something you do once in a while, NOT all the time. Its very taxing and if you do this you should expect some lightheadedness..
 
chandldj said:
i'm always pushing myself as much as possible, going to complete failure
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that says it all. you're pounding your central nervous system to death. all these symptoms are side effects.

you should only be training to complete failure on occasion. doing it every time burns you out and the body doesn't like that at all.
 
malkore said:
that says it all. you're pounding your central nervous system to death. all these symptoms are side effects.

you should only be training to complete failure on occasion. doing it every time burns you out and the body doesn't like that at all.
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If your name is Arnold, its ok though.. right?
 
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