Getting Sick After Weight Training

wtnaji
wtnaji Posts: 6 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I've been weight training with a trainer for a couple of months now, I try to go twice a week. And every time towards the end of the workout, I have to rush to the bathroom to get sick! It's a bit concerning and a nuisance. I get a little light headed as well. There was a time I weight trained hard and I would leave the gym just fine, energetic even. What are probable causes? I eat healthy and probably snack 2-3 hours before a workout. Admittedly my water intake throughout the day can be better but I do drink sips of water while working out. Am I pushing myself too hard? Too much, too fast? My trainer gives me a 15-30 second break in between sets. I just don't know what's going on and frankly it's making me hesitant to weight train but definitely seeing results!!! Help!!

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  • Misspinklift
    Misspinklift Posts: 384 Member
    I think it is your diet. Your missing something.
  • medic2038
    medic2038 Posts: 434 Member
    Most of the time people get nauseated because of the time and type of food they eat prior to working out. This also can depend on the individual, i can eat dairy within an hour (before) of working out and be fine.

    Light headed can be from you not breathing right, and accidentally causing a vagal response. Basically if you're holding your breath while you lift, you're inadvertently causing what's called a valsalva maneuver. Also it could be that you're not hydrated ENOUGH, a few sips probably isn't enough for an intense workout. I can down .25 gallons of water or more in a less than an hour workout.
  • wtnaji
    wtnaji Posts: 6 Member
    I was trying to think about I was eating when I could workout a full session and I was taking plant-based protein powder but the iron was a little too much for me if you know what I mean...

    And as far as breathing, I don't hold my breath when I lift but I will try to be more mindful of even flow breathing!

    Thanks guys!
  • ericwerny
    ericwerny Posts: 2 Member
    Suggested reading for those who really exercise hard and feel sick.

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhabdomyolysis
  • wtnaji
    wtnaji Posts: 6 Member
    Doubt it's that but thanks for the read
  • jollyjoe321
    jollyjoe321 Posts: 529 Member
    Could be possible you're overdoing it. Certain exercises I can only do in moderation (deadlifts being one), else I feel sick just like you. Switch up the routine a bit and see what works!
  • sllm1
    sllm1 Posts: 2,130 Member
    Switch up what you are eating before the workout.

    Hydrate more throughout the day. If I drink too much water during workouts, I feel like I will throw up.
  • sllm1
    sllm1 Posts: 2,130 Member
    I don't think you're overdoing it, and it's certainly not Rhabdo. You just have to find a balance of food and water that works for you.

  • wtnaji
    wtnaji Posts: 6 Member
    Thank you! I am definitely going hydrate more and eat more protein!
  • bigme3505
    bigme3505 Posts: 85 Member
    I've learned (through numerous unpleasant episodes) that I'm prone to nausea when I push myself hard. No matter what/when I eat, it happens if I overdo it. I think some folks are just more likely to get sick than others. But in time you learn your limits and can usually prevent it.
  • Cherimoose
    Cherimoose Posts: 5,208 Member
    What did your trainer say?

    I'm guessing not enough carbs in the hours prior to the session and/or not enough rest between sets. :+1:
  • wtnaji
    wtnaji Posts: 6 Member
    Trainer doesn't say much! Mentioned it a few times before, lessened my sets and takes it easy on me!

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