Migraine

[Dellie100]

I graduated a couple of months ago and love running. I started running early (5.30am) a few weeks ago when the weather got a bit warm for me to run after work. Over the last couple of weeks I’ve been getting migraines during the morning after the run. Has anyone else had this problem?

[Instructor57 Graduate]

Never had the problem myself but this article might be worth a read

runnersworld.com/health-inj...

[Dellie100 Graduate in reply to Instructor57]

Thank you 😊

[Sandraj39 Graduate in reply to Instructor57]

I get then occasionally after hard runs. Interesting article - thanks for posting link!🙂

[Frenc Graduate]

Hi Dellie200, thankfully I don’t get headaches when I run, but like you, have been running very early due to the heat and work. At that time of day I’m sure I haven’t been up long enough to have an optimal run - my body’s just not geared up for it yet. I wonder if that could be a reason? I guess what I’m trying to say is we go from being sound asleep to running in a short space of time and it’s just too much blood being pumped around too early, especially to the head. I really hope that makes sense! It’s not a very scientific answer I’m afraid. 😊🏃‍♀️😊🏃‍♀️😊🏃‍♀️

[Dellie100 Graduate]

Thanks Frenc, I think that could be it. It’s annoying as I’ve been really enjoying the early mornings and actually feel full of energy. I think I probably need a trip to the doc.

[drun]

@Dellie100 another early runner I prefer mornings, welcome to the pre-breakfast club. This in the pinned posts of the forum explains good hydration.

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

[Dellie100 Graduate in reply to drun]

Thanks Drun, but I drink 3 litres a day. I’m an obsessive water drinker 🤣

I do love those early mornings so I hope it goes away or I find a solution.

[Gogreengo Graduate]

This has been me lately. Things have got a little better when I’ve got up 1.5 hrs before my run and had breakfast. I’m obsessive about water so knew that wasn’t an issue. I’m also running with a cap as well as sunglasses to avoid any sun. I still feel like I could get a migraine but i’m really careful to eat and drink properly for a few hours after, and to keep mild painkillers handy to take very early on when they might actually have an impact.

[Dellie100 Graduate in reply to Gogreengo]

The glasses seem to have done the trick! Not one symptom since I’ve started wearing them. I’ve also noticed that the sun rises over the skyline I face on part of the run, so I make sure to keep my eyes down on that bit. Thank you for the advice 😊

[Gogreengo Graduate in reply to Dellie100]

That is good news!

[Dellie100 Graduate]

Thanks - I’ll try the glasses 😎

[Wavy-chick28 Graduate]

I would say de hydrated but you say you drink plenty, I always drink more the night before a run and drink a glass before I go out. I have always suffered migraines and had a few headaches at the beginning of my running journey but not after I have changed to this drinking more pre run night. They are horrible so I hope you find the answer🤞🏻

[Pinkpig20 Graduate]

Maybe a combination of pushing yourself too hard, the heat and not drinking enough water. Humidity doesn’t help either.