I've been having a problem recently. When I swim, about 300 yds in, I get a really bad headache. This just started happening about two weeks ago. I have been swimming for about year now and have never had anything like this. The pain is unbearable to the point where it feels like a migraine.
If anyone has had the same problem please let me know. Are my goggles too tight? Maybe my swimcap? Am I depriving my brain of oxygen !? Any input would be greatly appreciated. I would like to be able to swim without this pain!
Parents
Former Member
I don't think that it has anything to do with blood supply to my brain. I cycle and run at a very intense pace (run 6:30-7:00 min/mile and cycle at an average of 21-23mph) and have never experienced any problems, no dizziness, headaches, stomach problems, lung problems. I was just at the doctor about 3 months ago for a physical and everything was excellent. I'm not trying to deny that anything might be wrong, but it would seem odd for me to have a problem since I eat well and am very active.
It may be that I need to intake more water/sports drink during my workout. I always have a bottle at the end of my lane, but don't drink out of it much when I swim.
I don't think that it has anything to do with blood supply to my brain. I cycle and run at a very intense pace (run 6:30-7:00 min/mile and cycle at an average of 21-23mph) and have never experienced any problems, no dizziness, headaches, stomach problems, lung problems. I was just at the doctor about 3 months ago for a physical and everything was excellent. I'm not trying to deny that anything might be wrong, but it would seem odd for me to have a problem since I eat well and am very active.
It may be that I need to intake more water/sports drink during my workout. I always have a bottle at the end of my lane, but don't drink out of it much when I swim.
