When I excersize, I get cramps in my calf muscles. Does this mean I am lacking in a certian vitamin? Or is this normal?
2006-08-09 13:29:52 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Sounds normal....eat a banana for the potassium.
2006-08-09 13:32:52 · answer #1 · answered by Bear Naked 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be normal, but if they are truly cramps rather than just the pain associated with lactic acid buildup, you might try drinking more water before you exercise. Staying well-hydrated is the best way to avoid cramping muscles.
Other possible causes include lack of potassium, lack of carbohydrate (bonking), and muscle tightness.
So...eat a meal with some potassium sources in it, drink plenty of water, and stretch a bit before you exercise!
2006-08-09 20:39:43 · answer #2 · answered by jugglestar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the strength and duration of the cramps. I agree with the other comment. Potassium helps to stop cramps. Also make sure you are hydrated. As well, it is better when working out to use weights before cardio to reduce the cramping and lactic acid production.
2006-08-09 20:34:58 · answer #3 · answered by Queen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's good to stretch before excercising. Anytime your calves cramp, it can indicate a little bit of dehydration or a need for potassium. Bananas are good to eat and make sure you are getting plenty of water before and after excercise
2006-08-09 22:08:41 · answer #4 · answered by HappyCat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds weird, but drinking a little bit (bout 1/2 a cup) of pickle juice. IT WORKS ALMOST INSTANTLY. The banana's work, but more as a preventative. So if you cramp up & need relief immediately, drink the pickle juice.
2006-08-09 20:40:44 · answer #5 · answered by mildlymusing 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your body produces an acid when you work out called lactic acid. Your body does not have the ability to naturaly block the ability to produce this chemical and this is what causes sore muscles.
2006-08-09 21:11:29 · answer #6 · answered by birddawg 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might be low in potassium...also try and stretch before and after exercising. Try eating avocadoes, bananas, cantaloupe, cabbage, spinach, cooked mushrooms, etc.
2006-08-09 20:37:45 · answer #7 · answered by enigma_23 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're lacking vitamin K...and you need to drink more water.
2006-08-09 20:33:46 · answer #8 · answered by Joe Knows 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
normal.. due to lactic acid in the muscles.. warm up before and warm down after and do streches
2006-08-09 20:44:23 · answer #9 · answered by goosher 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you stretch properly before working out.
2006-08-09 20:33:42 · answer #10 · answered by Joey 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋