Anyone else suffer?

Question

I love cross country but my allergies have become unbearable after running. The other day my left eye got swollen and didn't get better until 2 days after. My throat feels itchy and like s* when it's humid and hot, and last season I was always tired in the heat (but I ran great in 70 degree weather). I'm just now taking allergy shots again (i go on and off because i forget to take them every now and then) and I take Zyrtec D on some days but I was just wondering if anyone goes through this like me? Any tips on how to not let this be a factor for a good cc season ...?

Also has anyone ever taken allergy medicine on the day of a meet? I want to know if it effects anyone, because usually you get drowsy/tired from taking medicine.

Answer 1

yeah usually allergy medicine gets you drowsy, maybe try some caffiene. looks like u've got a pretty serious case, try going to ur doctor again and see if he anything better than what ur already taking since it doesn't seem to be working or something

Answer 2

No, i don't get allergies like that. My bones do hurt when i run in the cold though. Im not sure if allergy medicine can really make you drowsy during a meet because of all the adrenaline.