Dizzyness during high exertion workouts

[rjacobs]

I have an issue that is plaguing my workouts when I really try to push myself. I get dizzy/light headed and have to stop my workout and sit down for a couple of minutes and then continue. Sometimes it wont happen again and other times it happens again immediately after starting back up.

reference today: killing it on an insanity workout(max interval circuit) and about 30 minutes in got super dizzy and had to stop. tried to start up again 2 or 3 times and got super dizzy again and gave up. Went outside and went for an easy 2ish mile run with no issues.

This has happened to me while running hard, cycling hard, lifting weights, insanity workouts, etc...

Is this a cardio conditioning issue? Blood sugar levels possibly?

I usually wear a heart rate monitor(didnt have it on today) and I have never seen anything alarming as far as my heart rate goes(occasionally above 100% of max during some intense cycling sets, but not for more than maybe 1-2 minutes at most).

Any advice on things to try to keep this from happening? I cant think I am the only person this happens to.

[JW5219]

I'm no doctor, but it sounds like you should consult one. Too many variables there for an internet guesstimate. Good luck!

[Wiggity]

Sounds like it could be lack of oxygen, especially with the lifting part.

[Smash]

Just a question. Are you taking any supplements?

[kiwi57]

rjacobs,

There are a number of possible explanations for your symptoms. I suggest you see a primary care provider--family doc, general internist or a PA or NP who practices with one of these generalist physicians.

I think it is important to see a generalist as the possible diagnoses cross several different organ systems. You would likely be best served by an approach that considers them all.

I believe you need someone to take a thoughtful history that takes into consideration your demographics, medical and social history, and that of your family. A primary care clinician can order appropriate testing as indicated by your story and careful physical examination. The clinician can then act on the findings. This may include reassurance, recommending treatment of some type, or referral for appropriate secondary testing and referrals.

Your symptoms should not be ignored.

I do understand that your query here means you're not ignoring your symptoms. The problem is that even though there's no better place for AR wisdom, advice and entertainment than m4carbine, its not the best place for medical advice.


kiwi57

[SHIVAN]

Ditto. In fact, this is such sound advice, that until you've seen one, or all, of the below recommendations, this one is locked down.

No one here can really help you without seeing you, personally.

It sounds worrisome enough to seek outside help from here. Do it. Then contact me when you know more, or would like to share.

Thanks.

rjacobs,

There are a number of possible explanations for your symptoms. I suggest you see a primary care provider--family doc, general internist or a PA or NP who practices with one of these generalist physicians.

I think it is important to see a generalist as the possible diagnoses cross several different organ systems. You would likely be best served by an approach that considers them all.

I believe you need someone to take a thoughtful history that takes into consideration your demographics, medical and social history, and that of your family. A primary care clinician can order appropriate testing as indicated by your story and careful physical examination. The clinician can then act on the findings. This may include reassurance, recommending treatment of some type, or referral for appropriate secondary testing and referrals.

Your symptoms should not be ignored.

I do understand that your query here means you're not ignoring your symptoms. The problem is that even though there's no better place for AR wisdom, advice and entertainment than m4carbine, its not the best place for medical advice.


kiwi57