Headaches, Nausea and Other Effects

JediSwan

So what does it mean if I get a headache, feel like I'm gonna be sick, etc after a workout?

TrainingWithTonya

Could be changes in blood pressure, blood sugar, or water levels. What are you eating and drinking prior to exercise, during exercise, or after exercise? Have you had your blood pressure checked lately? Do you have access to a cuff to have it checked during or after exercise?

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9 years Certified Sports Nutritionist
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JediSwan

I have low blood pressure and have my whole life. Never had this problem before. I drink 10-12 "cups" water during the day, average about 8 oz each. I drink more water during exercise. Last night I drank a protein shake after my workout and no
headache. I am really beginning to wonder if I'm just not eating enough. Could that be it?

TrainingWithTonya

I have low blood pressure and have my whole life. Never had this problem before. I drink 10-12 "cups" water during the day, average about 8 oz each. I drink more water during exercise. Last night I drank a protein shake after my workout and no
headache. I am really beginning to wonder if I'm just not eating enough. Could that be it?

Yes, it very well could be that you aren't eating enough. It could also be an imbalance in the macros you are eating when related to the workouts you are doing. If you are too low in carbs, especially. Carbohydrate is the only fuel source for the brain, so if you are going too low in carb intake and then using them for fuel for your workouts, then it can decrease the fuel for the brain. Without looking at your actual intake, though, I would have a hard time saying for sure, though.

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16 years Certified Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor
9 years Certified Sports Nutritionist
Bachelors in Exercise Physiology with a Minor in Nutritional Science
ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

JediSwan

Thanks. I will look at this and see what I'm doing that hopefully will make me feel better.