hey, just a little background. I am 19 years old, i play football and i am a defensive lineman so i weigh about 265lbs. I am pretty healthy, it is mostly all good muscular weight. I occasionally smoke and drink, but not often.
Last night when i was trying to get to sleep i would doze off and then be awoken by what felt like a jolt in my heart. It would take me a long time to catch my breath, and when i would finally doze back off again it would happen again. The whole time i was trying i could really feel my heart beating hard and somewhat fast, and i just couldnt catch my breath. I had to take huge deep breaths to even feel like i was getting enough air. also the whole time, i was really hot and sweating. i finally got to sleep around 3, after going to bed at 11:30 or so. My dad has sleep apnea and sleeps with a mask, so i was wondering if that is what it could be, if not then what and is it treatable? also, should i be continuing my intense football workouts or should i hold off on those for awhile?
Thanks for your help.
also, i forgot to mention that during the day i am experiencing shortness of breath. not terrible though, just sometimes that i notice it. I am still also hot, and i can feel my heart beating. thanks