I don't often post to the message boards, but am a frequent visitor and have gained much valuable information from the board. I am 58 years old and work out with a masters team 5 days a week and normally do 3000+ yards. During last Mondays workout, after about 1500 yards, I started on a 150 and about halfway on the first lap, I felt very dizzy and stopped swimming. The next thing I remember was waking up on the pool deck. My lane mate saw what was happening and drug me to the end of the pool where the lifeguards hauled me out. This was a first time experience for me. After a day at the er and many tests, all were negative but the EEG which showed some irregular brain waves. I am scheduled to see a neurologist tomorrow for further tests. I contribute my siezure to the tree trimming work I did the day before-four hours of laborious tree trimming and not much water. Anyone with similar experiences?
The "not much water" is probably the key. I have 2 friends, both triathletes, who had a stroke due to exercise and dehydration. Fortunately, both are fine with no further incidents. Both spent several days in the hospital for testing. I am glad to hear that you are okay.
