Every time after a swim workout I get a runny nose, which seems to result from my nose and maybe my sinuses becoming dry. I've tried several things - using a nose clip while swimming, using a neti pot afterwards, and using an allergy relief spray with natural ingredients, but to no avail. For much of the rest of the day I'll be sniffling, having to blow my nose and it will be dripping. Some days are worse than others, but it can also interfere a little with my sleep. I really want to get into a regular routine of swim workouts, but this is getting in my way of being productive after I'm done swimming that day. Other than this, I have no problems breathing or anything like that. Any advice on how to treat or prevent this? Would taking a hot shower after I get home do the trick?
Similar to the original post, I had clogged sinuses until I was about 30 when it went from bad to out of control. I was going through a box of Kleenex a day. Blowing my nose would cause me to sneeze - a vicious cycle. I tried everything and nothing worked until someone suggested the dreaded nose clips.
I was desperate and started wearing them. The sinus irritation stopped almost immediately. And, ho and behold, my swimming got better because I had to focus on breathing in and out through my mouth. And, I did not have to deal with keeping water out of my nose during flip turns (freestyle and backstroke).
Fast forward 34 years and I still wear them - all the time. Best invention ever that most swimmers think are used only by sissies! I use these nose clips.
They do take 2-3 months to get used to and improving your exhaling, generally a weak part of swimmers breathing cycle, is crucial.
Good Luck
Similar to the original post, I had clogged sinuses until I was about 30 when it went from bad to out of control. I was going through a box of Kleenex a day. Blowing my nose would cause me to sneeze - a vicious cycle. I tried everything and nothing worked until someone suggested the dreaded nose clips.
I was desperate and started wearing them. The sinus irritation stopped almost immediately. And, ho and behold, my swimming got better because I had to focus on breathing in and out through my mouth. And, I did not have to deal with keeping water out of my nose during flip turns (freestyle and backstroke).
Fast forward 34 years and I still wear them - all the time. Best invention ever that most swimmers think are used only by sissies! I use these nose clips.
They do take 2-3 months to get used to and improving your exhaling, generally a weak part of swimmers breathing cycle, is crucial.
Good Luck
