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Pain in the side while running

dehydration, not enough potassium, wrong breathing pattern, bad form, a number of things actually. I usually get it when I'm not breathing properly or when I'm somehow constricting my lungs through my posture. Eat more bananas (they help with cramps) and try to run tall; with your head up and torso vertical and see if that helps. For what its worth, I used to get those all the time back in high school when I was in so-so shape. I haven't had one in years though, so maybe it's just due to being out of shape?
 
I get those all the time. Its like the obliques or something like that getting cramped up. I usually slow down to a fast walk and rub it out, then start running for a little bit more.


 
I have been dieting and going to the gym for about 3 months now (was 277, now 220). I had been doing those excercise machines, but then realized they arent as good as running. So I picked up running a few weeks. I am probably still out of shape, but trying to get back in shape. I figured it was mostly that, but I thought perhaps certain vitamins or foods would help to reduce it a little.
 
Originally posted by: SWScorch
dehydration, not enough potassium, wrong breathing pattern, bad form, a number of things actually. I usually get it when I'm not breathing properly or when I'm somehow constricting my lungs through my posture. Eat more bananas (they help with cramps) and try to run tall; with your head up and torso vertical and see if that helps. For what its worth, I used to get those all the time back in high school when I was in so-so shape. I haven't had one in years though, so maybe it's just due to being out of shape?
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this is an important factor as well. do a little more cardio and yes, get potassium!
 
Most endurance athletes say it's caused by either not enough potasium or also dehydration. You'll also get them if you eat or drink too much right before going running.

I get them when I run during mid-afternoon when rush hour is going on... The smog from the cars really bother me and cause extreme side cramps. On weekends and when I train outside of the city I do much better.
 
How come it only happens after running ? I do a lot of skating and it never happens to me... and I've been dehydrated before (trip to the hospital told me that)... no pain on the side.

I'm thinking it's something physically happening when running. I've had it happen on runs only.
 
My fiance is an athletic trainer......and she says that the pain is caused by your body being out of shape & not being able to supply enough oxygen....the quickest way to relieve the pain is to hold your arms above your head....it improves the airflow and some other things that i can't remember...
 
Originally posted by: nfamous
My fiance is an athletic trainer......and she says that the pain is caused by your body being out of shape & not being able to supply enough oxygen....the quickest way to relieve the pain is to hold your arms above your head....it improves the airflow and some other things that i can't remember...
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You mean bloodflow, and do it while stopped? 😉 Running with your arms above your head would be rather hilarious to see.
 
Originally posted by: Sukhoi
Originally posted by: nfamous
My fiance is an athletic trainer......and she says that the pain is caused by your body being out of shape & not being able to supply enough oxygen....the quickest way to relieve the pain is to hold your arms above your head....it improves the airflow and some other things that i can't remember...
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You mean bloodflow, and do it while stopped? 😉 Running with your arms above your head would be rather hilarious to see.
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No, raising your arms over your head allows more air to enter your lungs and stretches out the ribcage, allowing your lungs to fill more fully. It's a common practice to rid side stitches. You've never seen people running with their hands on their head?
 
Originally posted by: SWScorch
Originally posted by: Sukhoi
Originally posted by: nfamous
My fiance is an athletic trainer......and she says that the pain is caused by your body being out of shape & not being able to supply enough oxygen....the quickest way to relieve the pain is to hold your arms above your head....it improves the airflow and some other things that i can't remember...
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You mean bloodflow, and do it while stopped? 😉 Running with your arms above your head would be rather hilarious to see.
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No, raising your arms over your head allows more air to enter your lungs and stretches out the ribcage, allowing your lungs to fill more fully. It's a common practice to rid side stitches. You've never seen people running with their hands on their head?
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Haha I thought the guy meant running with arms extended straight up. Kinda like this but with the arms a bit higher up. And yea sorry for the old thread bump. I still had the subscription e-mail.
 
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