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Tuesday, July 21, 2009 Supergirl asks

Q: Teen girl: Should my blood pressure be 94/50 with a pulse of 124 after exercising?

I've been having this trouble for the longest time. I've been working out for over a year on a regular basis. I'm a 17 year old teenage girl now; weigh 130 pounds. I'm also 5' 3 1/2. My blood pressure was 94/50. I had a pulse of 124. My dad has heart disease that runs in the males on his side of the family. The doctors have told me I don't have much of a chance to get it. I'm currently only on Keflex for a UTI that constantly reoccurs. That problems been for years. Anyway, I feel dizzy; I can't control my motion. Multiple times after working out I'm fatigued and fall over or have to lean on things to maintain my balance. I have gotten confused sometimes. I nearly black out on most occasion where I can't see at all. I get an instant headache that gradually goes away; my eyes will feel like they're throbbing for a few seconds while I regain my sight during these "black outs" after exercising. I do a regular warm up, cardio for 20 to 30 minutes and then a cool down for 5 to 10 minutes. I control my breathing when I'm running, and I didn't feel out of breath. Every once in a while they tell me my blood pressure is a little low at the doctors, but it's not very low; it rarely happens at the doctor's. Is that a safe blood pressure?

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7/22/09 7:44pm

Hi Supergirl,

 

I recommend you look at two things when working out.  The first is make sure you stay well hydrated and the second to eat a well balanced snack pre-workout providing a good source of carbs.  Low blood sugar and dehydration can both cause the symptoms of dizziness/lightheadedness you're experiencing.  Also, discuss with your physician.

 

The typical blood pressure for a 17 year-old at your height is around 100/65.  Your physician would be able to tell you if your lower reading is a concern.

 

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

Be Heart Healthy and Lose Weight

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7/22/09 7:52pm

Thank you so much! I will talk to my doctor about the t

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7/22/09 8:03pm

Your welcome.  I went back and read my answer. I mistyped the typical blood pressure for a 17 yo.  Should read 110/65.

 

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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