I had blood drawn to get a cholesterol level, etc. test.
How long do I need to wait before I can lift heavy with my arm? I'm afraid of my vein blowing up or something. Thanks.
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06-04-2007, 03:23 PM #1Registered User
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how long after getting blood drawn can you lift again?
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06-04-2007, 03:24 PM #2writes scary stories
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Lol, it won't blow up.Originally Posted by tim770
I had blood drawn a few years back and did heavy curling that same evening. Everything was fine.OUTLAW split:
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06-04-2007, 04:39 PM #3Registered User
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well they do say wait 24 hours before doing any strenuous exercise..
but thats just a precaution i supose. i would wait 1-2 days personally
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06-04-2007, 04:59 PM #4Truffle Shuffle
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yeah it shouldnt be a big deal...
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06-04-2007, 07:44 PM #5Phi Alpha Male
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It's no big deal to lift after getting your blood drawn as long as they didn't 'blow' your vein as they drew it. As long as there isnt a huge bruise around the area where they drew on you, you're fine to lift as long and as hard as ya want. Veins seal up with a platelet plug within minutes unless you have some kind of coagulation disorder, so dont sweat it and DONT use it as an excuse to get lazy.
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06-04-2007, 07:54 PM #6
lol
They draw like 2 oz of blood
I worked out 15 minutes after getting blood drawn last week.
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06-04-2007, 08:29 PM #7Registered User
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I have my blood drawn every 3 months and also on occasion when I'm in the hospital and if I wanted to I could go straight to the gym from getting my blood drawn. The only time you need to wait 24-48 hours is if your donating blood to a blood bank. If thats the case they typically draw a lot more blood and suggest not doing any activity until at least the next day. If your for some reason not sure you should lift the same day for some medical reason then ask your doctor and not on here. Also, when you get your blood drawn for a blood bank they tell you to eat right away and get plenty of fluids. So a quick snack before the gym wouldn't hurt.
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06-06-2007, 12:06 AM #8Tired of 2nd place
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Originally Posted by tim770
If you give blood, wait 24hrs, for cholesterol you fasted, so i wouldnt work out immediatly, seeing that you havent eaten in 12 hrs. I would recommend to eat, and wait an hour, get some nutrients/energy back then your fine to work out when u want afterwards
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06-06-2007, 02:12 AM #9Registered User
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24hrs. Giving blood make me tired and sleepy.
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Originally Posted by tim770
I just worked out today after five viles of blood... Now I know why I feel super tired AND why I had a TERRIBLE workout. FML.*********************************************
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06-09-2011, 04:04 AM #11Registered User
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I just had 8 vials of blood drawn yesterday right before I worked out....however, I also ate a Clif Builder's protein bar to get some sugar into my system right before I worked out....had a very strong back/bi/core workout.Originally Posted by tim770
I would say be hydrated and eat something after having blood drawn.
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06-09-2011, 05:09 AM #12Grenade Free Foundation
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Great question. I've searched around for this 1 time after I had blood taken for some test work. I read that if you're just getting blood taken, it's ok to work out after a couple of hours but if you're getting blood drawn to wait 24 hrs or so. In my opinion though it's just going to be how YOU feel. Don't push yourself..
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01-31-2014, 11:31 AM #13Registered User
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I had blood drawn for cholesterol and tri glycerides around 12:30 pm. I was planning on eating after then working out in an hour then I saw a note saying I shouldn't lift for 24 hours. I believe most people above that it shouldn't be a problem but just to be safe I will wait until the evening to give myself more time.
I would say be hydrated and eat something after having blood drawn.
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