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Spotting after exercise

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Purplecarrots123 · 24/01/2026 18:57

Looking for a bit of reassurance - is this just me or does it happen to others…..

Went for a run today as I’m on holiday, relaxed and felt like a bit of movement without bad weather or time pressure. About 1.5 miles in a got a crampy feeling and then when back at the hotel started spotting (3 miles run in total and then 1 mile walked as the crampy feeling was uncomfortable). I’m mid cycle (day 14) and it is normal for me to spot a bit mid cycle at some points, but the cramps and it being triggered by running felt like this was the cause.

Up until around 6 months ago I did a lot of running and long distances and then dialled it right back significantly in favour of the gym rather than endless pavement pounding! Still fit and healthy just haven’t run a distance in a while. Up to date on smears and all good.

any ideas?!

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blankcanvas3 · 24/01/2026 22:58

I run a lot, but I’ve never spotted after a run. Can you make an appointment with your GP? I don’t know what it could be but it definitely doesn’t seem normal

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