Donating Blood and Exercising?

[Spazz.]

I donated blood on Friday, and during my exercise routine this morning (P90X Chest & Back) I was still feeling zapped and lightheaded at times. I had the same issue Friday afternoon and Saturday, but I was hoping I would be at 100% this morning. I've been getting plenty of fluids and eating regular meals, so what gives? Anyone else have experience or issues with this? Thanks in advance y'all.

 

[sandwarrior]

Re: Donating Blood and Exercising?

Yes. You will probably feel the effects for up to one week.

 

[Spazz.]

Re: Donating Blood and Exercising?

Crap. Thanks.

 

[Mike]

Re: Donating Blood and Exercising?

I donate every time I can and give it at minimum 48 hours with no strenuous activity

 

[sandwarrior]

Re: Donating Blood and Exercising?

I need to donate more. Once I do I need to hide. They come after me like 'skeeters from HELL!' O neg. blood ya know....

 

[JJones75]

Re: Donating Blood and Exercising?

I donate every time they call me which is about ever 10-12 weeks I think , I always donate double platelets because my iron is always high.
I wait and donate the day before my 2 day break and by the time I'm back in the gym I'm good , I do notice that the pumps are rock hard and painful like normal for several days after being back

 

[Spazz.]

Re: Donating Blood and Exercising?

Thanks for the tips y'all. I'm thinking I'm going to donate before a 2 day break next time so I don't feel so wiped. I was concerned that I wasn't recovering as quickly as I should, but it seems like I'm (haha, somewhat) normal. Thanks again!