Weakness and even shaking can result after a really tough workout. Shakiness may be caused simply by a strenuous workout, but other health conditions may affect your body's reaction to exercise. If it continues, you should speak with your doctor about shakiness after exercise when you have hyperthyroidism.
Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the body produces excess amounts of thyroid hormone, which controls your metabolism. Hyperthyroidism can cause you to feel anxious, keyed-up and overly excited. Hyperthyroidism can also cause shaking and tremoring, even without a workout to get the adrenaline going, as a result of excess thyroid hormone. Treatment can reduce the level of thyroid hormone and alleviate shaking and other symptoms.
Muscle Fatigue
Shaking after exercise can also be a sign that you've pushed your muscles to the max, and muscles that are so fatigued may shake. When muscles are overly fatigued, they may not be able to support your body as well or you may not be able to control your muscles as well to do things such as writing or lacing your shoes.
Hypoglycemia
Hypoglycemia, commonly called low blood sugar, occurs when your body uses up its supply of glucose in the blood. When blood sugar drops too low, you may feel nauseous, dizzy and lightheaded and you may begin to shake. Eating or drinking something that contains sugar will usually ease shaking and other symptoms when hypoglycemia is to blame.
Dealing With Shakiness
See a doctor if you suspect that your shaking after exercise and any other symptoms might be related to hyperthyroidism. If you have hyperthyroidism and still experience shaking when you exercise, visit with your doctor to determine if the cause is related to poorly controlled hyperthyroidism or if hypoglycemia, muscle fatigue or another problem is to blame.
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