Ran a mile, got a headache

United States
May 8, 2012 5:53am CST
Well, not exactly a mile; I ran 1500 meters. Anyway, I ran 1500 meters yesterday, and I finished in about 6.5 minutes. After the run, I got exhausted and dizzy, but I didn't think of it as anything serious. Well, when I got home, I realized that I had a big pounding headache. That continued until today, when the pain is close to disappearing. I was thinking that I deprived oxygen to my brain, but I'm sure there might be another answer. Did anybody have an experience like mine?
4 responses
@else22 (4317)
• India
8 May 12
Have you started running for the first time and ran a mile on the very first day.If yes,then that's the reason of your headache.Start running daily and increase the distance on a weekly basis.Running for a mile is more than what you really need.That's why you got exhausted and had a headache.Don't stop running.Instead,run shorter distances,preferably a little less than your strength.That way you would not have any problem.
8 May 12
Yes that could also be a reason.
@else22 (4317)
• India
12 May 12
Running is good for your health.Don't give up it.
@bhonti (1246)
• Philippines
9 May 12
I sometimes feel this way, specially when I ran without having something in my stomach. I think I have a weak stomach, and I have to eat first atleast few hours before I run. I also feel dizzy sometimes when I lack sugar and when I sweat really hard.
• United States
9 May 12
when you do things like that you should really make sure that you drink gaterade or water to hydrate your body you should always eat something have something on you stomach that head ache may have also been because your iron was down when you know your going to do something that big what you should do it get your body physcaly ready
@mnalam (6)
8 May 12
There are many factors that cause headaches during or after running. It is a common problem especially when you run during summers. 1. Lack of water content or dehydration dehydration in our bodies is a common reason that causes headaches. You should plently of water before, during and after the run. At least 6-8 ounces of water every 20 minutes during the run is usually advised by doctors. 2. Exposure to Sun Some people get headaches due to exposure to sunlight. Wear a sun block, a hat and dark shade sunglasses to protect you from excess exposure. 3. Workout Workout or exercise headaches are felt on both sides of the head during or after running. They occur due to hot climate or high altitudes. They are common to those who have migraines in their family. Any one of the above factors could be causing headaches. They are not harmful and you can take painkillers which are easily available in medical stores. Try to change your timing and shift it some part of the day which is cooler. If the problem persists, then you should go see your doctor.