Unexpected Danger of Intense Exercise: A Yoga Instructor's Story
Creatrip Team
a year ago
A yoga instructor from Ohio, Bridget Salatin, shared her story about experiencing a stroke due to intense fasting exercise. Attempting a 70kg squat on an empty stomach, she suffered sharp pain and later a stroke caused by vertebral artery dissection. Vertebral artery dissection is a rare stroke cause that can result from excessive neck movements. Despite recovering from the stroke, she faces lingering headaches and neurological issues. Salatin now advocates for safe, moderate exercise and cautions against over-exertion to ensure self-care and safety in workouts.
