Yes, you're definitely not alone in this! A MyMigraineTeam member shared: "I walked four miles this morning and now I've got that post-exercise migraine looming. I feel like I'm being penalized for trying to be good to my body." Many people with migraines find that physical movement can trigger attacks.
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Yes, you're definitely not alone in this! A MyMigraineTeam member shared: "I walked four miles this morning and now I've got that post-exercise migraine looming. I feel like I'm being penalized for trying to be good to my body." Many people with migraines find that physical movement can trigger attacks.
It's worth knowing the difference between two types of movement-related head pain:
- Exercise-induced migraine – When physical activity triggers a full migraine attack, often with nausea, light sensitivity, and throbbing pain
- Exertion headache – A headache caused by increased blood pressure in the skull during exertion, usually throbbing on both sides, but without typical migraine symptoms Some tips that may help reduce movement-triggered migraines:
- Start any new activity slowly and gently
- Always warm up before exercising
- Avoid working out in extreme or changing weather conditions
- Track what you were doing just before symptoms started to identify specific triggers
A neurologist or headache specialist can refer you to a physical therapist who can build a personalized plan to help you stay active without triggering attacks. It's worth bringing this up at your next appointment!
2 days ago
If I could just sit and be real, still, I’d only have a little headache, but when I sit too long my back acts up, I can’t win
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