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Feeling dizzy after exercise: My Experience

  Introduction Recently, I had a unique experience. It was a day like any other, but after exercising following a meal, unexpected things happened. In this blog post, I want to share my experience with you, explain why these events occurred, and discuss how to prevent them. Please follow along with my story. The Beginning: Running 1 Hour After a Meal I ran 2 kilometers at a faster pace than usual. My pace was 5 minutes and 10 seconds per kilometer, compared to my usual pace of 5 minutes and 40 seconds to 6 minutes per kilometer. Despite the increased speed, I didn’t feel exhausted. My breathing was steady, and I felt good. However, after the run, I realized that I had exercised only an hour after eating. My stomach was still full of food, which became a problem. Symptom Onset: Stomach Cramps After Exercise After the run, I felt intense stomach cramps. I knew that exercising soon after eating could strain the digestive system, but that day it felt particularly severe. The cramps wer...
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Fainting After Intense Exercise: My Experience and Medical Insights

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Previous post:  Feeling dizzy after exercise: My Experience Introduction Recently, I shared my experience of fainting after exercising following a meal. That incident was a major shock. Through subsequent medical consultations and research, I learned a lot. Today, I'd like to share what happened after the fainting episode, what went wrong, and how it can be prevented. The Incident: Medical Evaluations After fainting, I went through various medical evaluations. Fortunately, there were no major injuries, but it was important to verify my condition through several tests. 1. Orthopedic Visit My knee was swollen, so I went to get an X-ray. Thankfully, there were no fractures or cracks. 2. Neurosurgery Visit I hit my head hard when I fell, so I visited a neurosurgeon to check for any issues with my skull or brain. The MRI and MRA scans showed no abnormalities in the brain or blood vessels. 3. Cardiology Visit The neurosurgeon recommended seeing a cardiologist. Sudden fainting can sometim...
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Dopamine and Exercise: The Secret to a Healthy Brain

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Hi everyone! Today, let's talk about how moving our bodies affects our brains. At the center of this story is a tiny chemical called "dopamine." Dopamine plays a big role in making us feel happy, motivated, and ready to learn new things. We'll explore how exercise changes dopamine levels and what this means for our bodies and minds. What is Dopamine? Dopamine is a chemical made in our brains that makes us feel good when we do something enjoyable. Whether we're eating our favorite food, playing with friends, or learning something new, dopamine is at work, making these experiences feel rewarding. The Magical Relationship Between Exercise and Dopamine Why is exercise so important? It’s not just good for our bodies; it’s fantastic for our brains too. When we exercise, our dopamine levels increase, which is like our brain saying, "Great job, keep it up!" 1. Sutoo and Akiyama's Study found that exercise boosts the production of dopamine in the bra...
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How Breathing Meditation Regulates Our Emotions

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How can we feel better when our mind is unsettled? You might think of eating your favorite food or watching a fun movie. However, scientists have discovered one simple method: "breathing meditation." What is Breathing Meditation? Breathing meditation is all about focusing on our breath. You simply breathe and feel the air coming in and going out. You might wonder, "What’s so special about that?" But scientists say this simple practice can bring significant changes to our brain. Scientists' Discovery Scientists conducted a study to understand how breathing meditation regulates emotions. In this study, healthy adults practiced breathing meditation for two weeks. Then, they underwent fMRI brain scans while viewing disgusting images. They found that during breathing meditation, two critical parts of our brain, the amygdala and the prefrontal cortex, worked together. Amygdala and Prefrontal Cortex The amygdala is the part of our brain that activates when we feel fear...
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