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!
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"neck headaches" as those of us who are intimately familiar with them call them often hurt from base of skull (occiput) along the side of the head to above the temple. Sometimes one side, sometimes both. Ice applied to the neck (not heat) can dull the pain. As has been stated above, holding your head in an awkward position definitely could cause this. Also, think about the position you hold all day or night. If you swim in the morning after having slept on one side all night (or swim in the evening after using a poorly positioned mouse all day) the swimming itself might not be the actual/only cause of the tension.
Just use this advice if you're positive this is not some medical condition (the disclaimer portion of the post). Also, as someone noted previously, breathing could be a problem. Perhaps you are holding your breath (concentrating/learning new skills often produces this effect) or not exhaling completely. Make sure you are exhaling with BOTH your nose and mouth.
Good luck...
"neck headaches" as those of us who are intimately familiar with them call them often hurt from base of skull (occiput) along the side of the head to above the temple. Sometimes one side, sometimes both. Ice applied to the neck (not heat) can dull the pain. As has been stated above, holding your head in an awkward position definitely could cause this. Also, think about the position you hold all day or night. If you swim in the morning after having slept on one side all night (or swim in the evening after using a poorly positioned mouse all day) the swimming itself might not be the actual/only cause of the tension.
Just use this advice if you're positive this is not some medical condition (the disclaimer portion of the post). Also, as someone noted previously, breathing could be a problem. Perhaps you are holding your breath (concentrating/learning new skills often produces this effect) or not exhaling completely. Make sure you are exhaling with BOTH your nose and mouth.
Good luck...
