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Taste of blood?

carolinesparkle
carolinesparkle Posts: 60 Member
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I'm on week 2 and have noticed recently when running that I can taste blood. Does this happen to anyone else?

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  • dogladytwo
    dogladytwo Posts: 97 Member
    Mine was more like a metallic taste, but yes, I experienced this briefly as well....
  • Angelsrose12
    Angelsrose12 Posts: 37 Member
    I have had the blood/metallic taste before when working out. I think it is mostly due to dehydration. Make sure you are getting enough fluids before, during, and after your workout.
  • carolinesparkle
    carolinesparkle Posts: 60 Member
    Thanks! I try not to run with water but maybe I will give that a go and see if it helps. Its reassuring to know its happened to others too.
  • a_stronger_steph
    a_stronger_steph Posts: 434 Member
    I used to get that as well, but I haven't experienced it after completing c25k. I'm not sure what causes it (and have tried to look it up before, but never found a satisfactory explanation). Hoping it will go away for you as well, eventually! :)

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