Why Do I Feel Bad When I Get Off A Treadmill?

Why Do I Feel Bad When I Get Off A Treadmill?

Even though the heart and the head may feel good during a session in a treadmill, when you get off the treadmill you may experience a feeling of dizziness or confusion. If you have these or other similar symptoms, a number of conditions could be the culprits, most of which are not serious. To determine if your strange feelings are cause for concern, evaluate your symptoms and seek professional medical attention if necessary.

Changes in blood pressure

When you exercise, your blood pressure may increase slightly because your heart has to work harder to pump blood through the tissues. Over time, this will be for your benefit. As the heart muscle becomes stronger, blood pressure decreases, which can help maintain good health. Although it is normal to have some small fluctuations in blood pressure, a severe fall may signal a more serious illness, such as a heart or endocrine problem. If you have drunk a lot of water and the symptoms continue even when the tape speed is reduced, look for a doctor's evaluation to make sure you do not have an underlying cause.

Dehydration / Lack of fuel

If you have participated in a particularly intense and sweaty workout, on a treadmill, the lack of water or fuel could make you feel weak or dizzy after you get off. Other symptoms include fever, vomiting or diarrhea after exercise. If you have diabetes or hypoglycaemia, this may be especially true. To see if the lack of food or water could be the culprit, drink a glass of water before, during and after your exercise routine. Try a 200-calorie snack at least one hour before exercise (examples include peanut butter in a small muffin, yogurt with fruit or a small bowl of cereal and milk).

Positional Vertigo

When you walk on a treadmill, your body perceives that you are moving, but that you are not going anywhere. This can be problematic when you get off the treadmill because the brain can continue to act as if you are moving forward and yet you are standing still. This change of position can cause dizziness. You are more likely to experience this if you do not slow down or if you walk to stop when you exercise.

Solution: Dizziness

To correct the motion sickness related to the position, gradually decrease the speed of the tape, go from running to walking very slowly before leaving the tape. This should help the body re-familiarize with your position. Another solution is to focus on something in front of you that is far from the tape.Watching a magazine or tape monitor can help you experience the relief of dizziness related to the tape.

Treadmill Physics

On the treadmill, you'll get used to the floor moving under your feet when encountering your steps. This changes your pace as you experience less resistance during the start-up phase. Once you step on solid ground again, the ground is still. This can be disconcerting since your feet must get used to walking again, as usual.

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