Why do my hands shake after a workout?

Asked by: Jessica Dinunzio

Muscle fatigue, dehydration, and low blood sugar are common reasons for post-workout shaking. It can also happen when you hold a muscle in one position for a while, like during a plank. Drinking too much caffeine before working out may make you feel jittery or shaky, too.

Is being shaking after a workout good?

While some mild shaking during and after challenging workouts is no cause for concern, it’s important to know when to consult a medical professional. “Persistent shaking or shaking that does not resolve after rest and recovery should be investigated,” Rodriguez says.

How do I stop my hands from shaking when exercising?

Use a small rubber ball or exercise putty to strengthen the hand affected by tremors. Hold the ball or putty in the palm of your hand and squeeze for two to three seconds. Relax and repeat 10 times, working up to three sets in a row. Strengthen your hand and wrist by using a lightweight dumbbell.

Why am I so shaky and weak after working out?

You’re seriously fatigued.
In some cases, shaking is simply the result of your muscles having burned through their energy reserves, Rodriguez says. But it’s also a possibility that your actual nerves are fatigued.

What’s best to eat after a workout?

Good post-workout food choices include:

• Yogurt and fruit.
• Peanut butter sandwich.
• Low-fat chocolate milk and pretzels.
• Post-workout recovery smoothie.
• Turkey on whole-grain bread with vegetables.

Can low blood pressure make you shaky?

Low blood pressure doesn’t always cause problems, but symptoms can include: Dizziness. Blurred vision. Feeling shaky.

Why does my 15 year old hands shake?

Your nerves and muscles are powered by blood sugar. When they don’t get enough, they tell your hands to shake. Low blood sugar can be caused by diabetes, certain medications, too much alcohol, or not enough food. A doctor can help you narrow down what’s happening and why.

What vitamin is good for shaky hands?

However, tremors and other movement disorders are associated with vitamin deficiency, most vitamins B1, B6 and especially B12. B12 is very important for keeping your nervous system in good working order. Severe lack of Vitamin B12 is rare, but shakiness and tremors can occur even in mild deficiency.

When is the best time to workout?

Morning workouts are ideal for burning fat and losing weight, but afternoon workouts may give your performance a boost, since you’ll have eaten a meal or two by the time you get going. “Any time you eat, your blood sugar levels rise,” Hackney says.

Is it OK to workout and not eat after?

“If you don’t eat and drink after working out, you may start to feel fatigued or even hangry,” says Patton. “It’s an important part of your recovery.” That quick bite should be followed a few hours later by a nutritious meal chock-full of carbs and protein.

Will I lose weight if I don’t eat after a workout?

Exercising and not eating can make you lose weight, but it’s not safe. You probably know that the most effective way to lose weight is to eat fewer calories while burning more calories through exercise.

Is muscle shaking good?

“Muscles shake after a hard workout as a physiological response to fatigue,” explains Aaptiv trainer Jaime McFaden. “It is usually a great indicator that you have reached your maximum intensity, as well as a good way to know it’s time to back off.”

Why do I shake when I lift weights?

When you lift weights, your body uses these minerals and sweating can increase the release of these minerals. When you lift weights intensely, your muscles may use these minerals more quickly than normal, which can result in twitching and spasms that lead to muscle shaking during a workout.

Is it normal to shake when lifting weights?

Bring on the shake — you’re activating your entire system!” In essence, the shaking indicates that you’re demanding more from your body than it’s normally capable of doing. It’s not a bad thing, but you can expect to be sore the next day since you’re making tiny microscopic tears in your muscles.

Is it bad if your muscles shake while working out?

To be clear, quivering muscles aren’t bad for you. “There is no danger unless you are doing [heavy] lifting, in which case it’s an indication that you need a spotter,” Gaesser says. That said, it’s also not necessary to push yourself to the breaking point.