First day of taking up jogging and have pains in my chest.

Beth24793
Beth24793 Posts: 63 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
The pain is in-between my boobs (sorry only way i can think of to describe it) and it came on after jogging half a mile.

I would really like to take up jogging so my question is..

Should i slow it down a little until i am use to jogging certain distances ?

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  • ejwme
    ejwme Posts: 318
    if it's not internal, like a heart attack (please don't have a heart attack!), it sounds like your sternum? I have no idea, but if I were you, I'd look up running form to make sure you're not holding some kind of hinky posture, and try a structured couch to 5k program (google it, coolrunning has a good one).

    But first make sure you're not having a heart attack, please?
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    You should see a doctor first. It may be nothing, but ANY chest pain warrants a trip to the doctor.
  • Captain_Tightpants
    Captain_Tightpants Posts: 2,215 Member
    Yes slow it down. It's probably just costochondritis, but best not to take chances with any pains in the chest. If it continues or worsens definitely see a doc. A 10 lead ekg test takes them just a few minutes and gives you some peace of mind.
  • Beth24793
    Beth24793 Posts: 63 Member
    if it's not internal, like a heart attack (please don't have a heart attack!), it sounds like your sternum? I have no idea, but if I were you, I'd look up running form to make sure you're not holding some kind of hinky posture, and try a structured couch to 5k program (google it, coolrunning has a good one).

    But first make sure you're not having a heart attack, please?

    Its defiantly not a heart attack lol.. it only happens until i'm rested (i think)
  • sirromford
    sirromford Posts: 22 Member
    Probably nothing to worry about but like other members probably worth seeing the doc for peace of mind.
  • CurvyJen384
    CurvyJen384 Posts: 9
    That happens when I run too (I've just started as well).

    I'm not an expert by any means, but I know when I was in high school and ran track my coach would tell us in the beginning to kind of expect it and that it's our bodies way of just saying slow down and don't push anymore. I figure I get them because I'm used to pretty much no heart beat raising exercise, so my heart is in shock a little.
  • Beth24793
    Beth24793 Posts: 63 Member
    This makes sense and I'm glad I'm not the only one that's experienced it. Thank-you :)
  • Beth24793
    Beth24793 Posts: 63 Member
    That happens when I run too (I've just started as well).

    I'm not an expert by any means, but I know when I was in high school and ran track my coach would tell us in the beginning to kind of expect it and that it's our bodies way of just saying slow down and don't push anymore. I figure I get them because I'm used to pretty much no heart beat raising exercise, so my heart is in shock a little.

    This makes sense and I'm glad I'm not the only one that's experienced it. Thank-you :)
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    That happens when I run too (I've just started as well).

    I'm not an expert by any means, but I know when I was in high school and ran track my coach would tell us in the beginning to kind of expect it and that it's our bodies way of just saying slow down and don't push anymore. I figure I get them because I'm used to pretty much no heart beat raising exercise, so my heart is in shock a little.

    OMG!!! I hope this is a joke. There is no reason to "expect" chest pain when running.
  • CarsonRuns
    CarsonRuns Posts: 3,039 Member
    Yep, just slow down to a conversational pace. You should be able to talk to someone while you are running. If you can't, then you are running too fast. Slow down.
  • charmarbobar
    charmarbobar Posts: 251 Member
    Definitely see a doctor to find out if there isn't some underlying cause. I have exercise (and cold weather) induced asthma, and when I got back into jogging I experienced chest pain until I slowed down...now that I've been building some endurance I can be out for 30 minutes and not feel it (not in my chest anyways lol). I found that using my asthma inhaler before going out also helps.
  • JenV31381
    JenV31381 Posts: 6 Member
    Yes, I agree with this post 100%. I get the same sort of things when I ran. I'm not a big runner, so when I do run, it's just over straining the chest area. I know you probably do not realize that you're even using that area much, but it's just a combo of not being used to it :) I'd just slow down or take a step back and not push yourself to much, just ease in to it.
  • Michelle_Nicole
    Michelle_Nicole Posts: 95 Member
    By all means go see a doctor and get a professional opinion as none of us on here are experts. I will say that when I was younger and tried to run in gym class or on my own I always got a sharp pain in my chest that went away after I sat down for a bit. I found that if I started out at a slow jog (I mean real slow, pretty much walking quickly) then slowly picked up speed I didnt have the pain any more. But like I said this is just me, if you are concerned go get checked out!
  • Shrelana
    Shrelana Posts: 248 Member
    You should see a doctor first. It may be nothing, but ANY chest pain warrants a trip to the doctor.

    This. If you rule this out, then I would maybe check your posture while running b/c it could very well be your sternum (happens to me if I try to run due to an old foot injury). But please go to the doctor to rule out heart attack!
  • SlimmingSarah2012
    SlimmingSarah2012 Posts: 53
    Better safe than sorry...go to the Doctor and get checked out.

    When I was 21 I had severe chest pains but after a year of being misdiagnosed with everything to heart burn to panic attacks they realized I had gallstones and needed to have surgery to have my gallbladder removed. When the stones would travel to the duct that would cause severe pain and the placement was just below my sternum but it was so much pain I thought it was heart related and I couldn't really pinpoint the exact location of the pain.

    Better now and no issues!
  • lizziebeth1028
    lizziebeth1028 Posts: 3,602 Member
    Maybe your sports bra isn't supporting you enough and there's too much bouncing around going on up in that region?:blushing:
  • lizziebeth1028
    lizziebeth1028 Posts: 3,602 Member
    Maybe your sports bra isn't supporting you enough and there's too much bouncing around going on up in that region?:blushing:


    Oh and I agree with the majority...it's always best to see a Doctor!
  • love22step
    love22step Posts: 1,103 Member
    You should probably have a checkup to rule out a heart problem, but it could just be heartburn. I used to get heartburn occasionally when I ran, especially when I was heavier. Now, I routinely take a couple of Tums before I go out to run, as a preventive measure. Good luck!
  • Hollycat
    Hollycat Posts: 372
    Get a checkup. Then start slow. Run 1 minute, walk 3 minutes, repeat. Check out running clinics in your area. Sometimes they're at sport-shoe stores. You need to progress to jogging, not start out jogging. If your poor old heart hasn't had any exercise for a while, you need to start really slooow and give yourself a break.

    Hollycat:flowerforyou:
  • fasterandbetter
    fasterandbetter Posts: 101 Member
    you need to see a doctor before taking running seriously, it could be just chest wall muscle pain but more serious condition can also cause chest pain such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy which causes sudden cardiac death in young athlete, or cardiac arrhythmias which can also be lethal, so my advice is to see a doctor and be cleared.
  • MiCool90
    MiCool90 Posts: 460 Member
    Don't listen to anyone on this forum though their intentions are well. Go see you doctor. You do not need to guess about this.
  • jupityjupe
    jupityjupe Posts: 86 Member
    chest pain or pressure upon exertion but relieved when the exercise is stopped is the very deffinition of angina. you did not give enough information to make any kind of accurate diagnosis, and women typically do not feel cardiac related symptoms the same as men but i would still suggest seeing a doctor and getting checked out. a simple 12 lead ekg may not be enough as it will detect arrhythmias you are experiencing at the moment, but not during exerciese. at the very least, call and talk to an advise nurse.

    i am a former paramedic and ekg technitian btw
  • fasterandbetter
    fasterandbetter Posts: 101 Member
    Don't listen to anyone on this forum though their intentions are well. Go see you doctor. You do not need to guess about this.

    agree 100%, see my post earlier
  • littlemeowmaid
    littlemeowmaid Posts: 114 Member
    Was it cold? It might just be irritation in the lining of your lungs?
  • Levedi
    Levedi Posts: 290 Member
    That happens when I run too (I've just started as well).

    I'm not an expert by any means, but I know when I was in high school and ran track my coach would tell us in the beginning to kind of expect it and that it's our bodies way of just saying slow down and don't push anymore. I figure I get them because I'm used to pretty much no heart beat raising exercise, so my heart is in shock a little.

    OMG!!! I hope this is a joke. There is no reason to "expect" chest pain when running.

    YES! Your coach was an idiot. So was mine. For years I thought the pain was normal and everyone got it. Turns out I get chest pain when I run because I have exercise induced asthma. Your lungs should open up and breathe deeper when you push yourself. You should feel a difference and a strain, but not outright lung/chest pain. A heat and stretching feeling (burn) is good. Chest pain is not. If you choke, cough or wheeze after or during running or produce excess mucus that's another sign of asthma, but even if you're not making lots of noises you should get the asthma angle checked out. Good luck!
  • Levedi
    Levedi Posts: 290 Member
    The pain is in-between my boobs (sorry only way i can think of to describe it) and it came on after jogging half a mile.

    I would really like to take up jogging so my question is..

    Should i slow it down a little until i am use to jogging certain distances ?

    This could be asthma - that's where I feel it when I don't take an inhaler before exercising. Or it could be muscle pain because your bra isn't supportive enough. Check out both angles.
  • wjniii
    wjniii Posts: 110 Member
    You need to see a doctor to make sure you are healthy enough for running and that there are no issues.
  • calamity71
    calamity71 Posts: 207 Member
    AFTER getting the OK from your doctor to take up jogging. Download the Couch to 5K app on your phone. It works! I am on week 8 and having a lot of success.


    :smile:
  • cmcorn26
    cmcorn26 Posts: 253 Member
    Go see your doctor. Even if it subsides with rest, it could be serious. Women present differently than men for cardiac conditions. Rule out your heart...safest thing to do! Be safe!
  • mrso97
    mrso97 Posts: 147 Member
    after you see your doctor..try the couch to 5k app..it combines walking with running....i just finished week one of c210k and although my body hurts...i can see a big difference already!! its a great beginner app

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