Safe to run after giving blood?

stephabef

I gave blood today after a string of failed attempts - iron too low, blood flow too slow, etc. I want to celebrate with a run later tonight (I'll use any excuse for a celebratory run ). If I drink a ton of water, do you think it's okay to run 6 hours after donating?

arc918

My $.02 - I'd wait until tomorrow, but I usually donate in the late afternoons. If you do try to run, go real easy and be prepared to cut it short if needed.

Last time I gave blood on a Thursday PM. I ran 7 miles on Friday AM and 20 miles on Saturday AM.

viclee1

sorry hun, but I think it's best you wait till tomorrow!

brandyk77

yeah i would wait. I've often ran the day after donating & found that my HR is higher than normal.

carrie_eggo

I'd wait until tomorrow. If you do try to run, go real easy and be prepared to cut it short if needed.

This. Drink LOTS of water.

mdh1127

The last time that I tried to exert myself after giving blood, I passed out. I would not take the chance. Trust me it is a horrible feeling.

stephabef

Bummer - wish I'd gone this morning now! Thanks for the advice, guys.