Chest pain while running?!
Question: I'm an 18 year old, 6' tall, male college freshman. I recently decided to lose weight and start maintaining a healthy lifestyle. At my peak (Christmas' 07) I was 257 lbs. Today I'm at 230. I go for an hour long walk every day at my school's Athletic Center, followed by some light lifting. Today I decided to ramp up my routine, and after 30 minutes of walking, I started jogging. I wanted to see if I could make it one mile without stopping. I made it (for the first time since 2003). About halfway through, however, I had a sharp pain in the left side of my chest (near my heart). Is this something I should be concerned about? I'd like to continue running as a part of my routine, but I don't want to if it will jeopardize my health.
(I've been overweight for about 8 years)
Answers: I'm an 18 year old, 6' tall, male college freshman. I recently decided to lose weight and start maintaining a healthy lifestyle. At my peak (Christmas' 07) I was 257 lbs. Today I'm at 230. I go for an hour long walk every day at my school's Athletic Center, followed by some light lifting. Today I decided to ramp up my routine, and after 30 minutes of walking, I started jogging. I wanted to see if I could make it one mile without stopping. I made it (for the first time since 2003). About halfway through, however, I had a sharp pain in the left side of my chest (near my heart). Is this something I should be concerned about? I'd like to continue running as a part of my routine, but I don't want to if it will jeopardize my health.
(I've been overweight for about 8 years)
Chest pain = Doctor Visit
No if's and's or but's...
Don't wait until you die while out jogging like on Law & Order...
GO SEE A DOCTOR A.S.A.P.!
i have had this same thing...
i dont know what its from..
i actually had it a few days ago
Congratulations on your weightloss!! Your doing fantastic!
I'm having the same issue with the chest pain too. I could be a pulled muscle.
i have the exact same thing, and i had to get a physical for school in high school) and they told me if i have chest pain during or after exercise that i should have an ecko-cardiogram done. they said its important
im getting one on the 7th. so good luck.
i would get one to be safe. my doc. wont let me to sports if i dont get one!
Sage advice for you
In the process of dramatic body changes you should always consult a medical professional.
Trying to become healthy can kill you if done wrong.
Remember your heart is a muscle. Think about this when working out.
If you have pains in this muscle it can go very wrong. A cramp in your leg hurts, but a cramp in your heart.... ouch