Hands and face tingle/go numb when I run for a long time. Also feel dizzy sometimes.

[Books27273]

Hello, I’ve just finished week 5 day 3 but this happens pretty much always when I run for a long time. I don’t really mind the numbness but sometimes I feel so dizzy it scares me and I have to force myself to keep going. As soon as I enter the cool down walk the dizziness and numbness disappears.

I had a banana and a toastie (I know, not healthy) 40 mins before my run today, so I don’t think it’s me not getting enough food? I make sure to drink water as well. I have no illnesses/conditions either. What can I do to make this go away?

[Cagsey1]

Hi - could be something or nothing but better you get checked by your doctor . 👩‍⚕️

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress.

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I have never heard of this as a side effect of running.

Was it a one off or does it always happen?

Enjoy your journey.