Working out is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. However, sometimes it can be difficult to tell the difference between normal post-workout fatigue and signs of a health issue. Here are three common warning signs that should not be ignored after working out. 

Remember, if you experience any of these symptoms that do not go away after resting or having something to eat and drink, you should see your doctor as soon as possible. 

Exhaustion 

It’s normal to feel tired after a workout, especially if it is strenuous or long. However, if you find yourself feeling exhausted even after taking breaks throughout the workout or sleeping more than usual without feeling refreshed during the day, then it may be a sign that something else is going on. 

It could be anything from sleep apnea to anemia or chronic fatigue syndrome. If you’re experiencing extreme exhaustion for no apparent reason, it’s best to get checked by a doctor. 

Headaches 

Getting headaches after working out can also signal an underlying problem. Headaches may be a sign of dehydration. Dehydration can occur if you’ve been exercising intensely for more than an hour without drinking enough water or electrolytes like sodium and potassium. 

It’s important to stay hydrated before, during, and after your workouts to prevent dehydration-related headaches or other medical issues such as heat stroke or exhaustion. 

Nausea

If you’re getting nauseous right after intense exercise sessions, it might be due to low blood sugar levels or dehydration (or both). This can happen when you haven’t eaten enough carbohydrates before your workout session – carbs are necessary for energy production during exercise – or when you haven’t been drinking enough fluids while exercising. Eating something with plenty of carbs before your workout and sipping on some water throughout your session can help prevent nausea afterward. 

Working out can make us feel great when done right; however, there are certain warning signs that should not be ignored afterward such as exhaustion that doesn’t go away with restful sleep, headaches due to dehydration, and nausea from low blood sugar levels. If these symptoms persist even after taking breaks during workouts and eating/drinking enough before/during/after sessions then it may be time to schedule an appointment with your doctor just in case there is an underlying issue at play here too! Keeping tabs on our health is key – so always remember to listen closely to what your body has been telling you!
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