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2004/08/04, 06:42 PM
What affect does giving blood have on a workout routine? Should I take a couple of days off? Or maybe move around my workouts so I don't do arms the next day? Or just do as normal?
I gave through the American Red Cross -- about a pint of blood.
Thanks...
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What one has, one ought to use; and whatever he does, he should do with all his might. -- Cicero
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2004/08/04, 06:45 PM
I've had people suggest waiting a week or so... giving blood takes a lot out of the system (pun intended). Others have told me you could hit the weights right away... I would suggest waiting, letting the blood build up again... and listen to what your body tells you...
Congrats on the donation...
t
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Tim
I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who conquers his enemies, for the hardest victory is over self. - Aristotle
You have the power to change a life right in your own hands. - Paul Brandt
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2004/08/04, 07:40 PM
I donate regularly and even my doc says to wait at least 72 hrs. After donating, our system is fighting to rebuild itself,
and get more proteins.
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"A will finds a way, failure is not an option"
Ivan
carivan@freetrainers.com
Montreal Canada
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2004/08/05, 09:29 AM
Try to rest for about 2 days, and then start lifting about 70% of what you normally lift until you finish one week, after that you should be ok.
Hope this helps
-r.
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2004/08/05, 02:15 PM
Thanks for the advice, guys!
And everyone, GO DONATE! :)
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What one has, one ought to use; and whatever he does, he should do with all his might. -- Cicero
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