cramps while running need help

[Peace]

hey guys whenever i run i always cramp up in my sides,i know that its not cause i ate too much cause we only get fw breaks to eat anyway. i need some tips to 1-prevent it from happening and 2- what to do if i do cramp up because there is no stopping during a blackbelt test!

[KickChick]

Those cramps that you can get in your side below your ribcage are called "stitches". They are usually caused by shallow breathing. Take very deep breaths so that your stomach expands each time you inhale.

 

Also eat at least 2-3 hours prior to exercise to allow for digestion.

 

Recent research shows sports drinks with a similar particle count to that of blood, like Gatorade is better than juice or soft drinks which may cause stitches.

 

When I get a stitch attack I bend forward while tightening my abs or exhale through pursed lips. ...(like you're whistling)

[Red J]

Funny thing, I always concentrate on deeper breathing and have avoided those things. However, the other day I ran and forgot to breath and bam, there it was. Good tip KickChick.

[ZeRo]

i hate stitches! breathing is the key though.

[BlackBeauty]

...and not drinking too much water at once. just sip it and you won't get these stitches.