Bunged up nose... help please!

[Thebluesmartie]

So I completed my 1st run of week 2 today and I’ve really been struggling with a bunged up nose while I’m running. I don’t think it’s pollen related as I’ve done a couple of my runs indoors on a treadmill. Does anyone have a similar problem and if so is there a way to stop it or do I just need to take loads of tissues with me? Thanks

[Jacks66]

Have you tried something like Vicks or Olbas Oil? Might help clear the nose

[Thebluesmartie in reply to Jacks66]

Thanks I’ll definitely give that a try

[Buddy34 Graduate]

Me too. My nose is always clear until I start running. So yes a few tissues to blow it away 😊

[SueAppleRun Graduate]

I just take loads of tissues and curse when i forget them

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

If it's bunged up... a nasal spray..

[davelinks Graduate]

It's called exercise-induced rhinitis, and it's a lot like allergic rhinitis -- also called hay fever or nasal allergies. For the unlucky people with EIR, as it's called, a good workout triggers allergy symptoms: congestion, sneezing, runny nose, itchiness, general misery, blow it or try a nasal spray!

runnersworld.com/health-inj...

[Thebluesmartie in reply to davelinks]

Blimey I didn’t know it was actually a thing with a name!

[Thebluesmartie]

Thanks everyone, it’s nice to know I’m not the only one! I’ll definitely give the nasal sprays & vicks a try