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General Fitness & Exercise

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princesslodgey Posts: 1,748 Joined: 2004/02/21	2004/07/23, 05:15 AM Please ignore this post -in the absence of any mods I am bumping all posts up the line to bury some offensive posts

foz1988 Posts: 85 Joined: 2003/12/16	2004/07/20, 04:54 PM when i am running my abs start to tighten up. the actualy tightne up till where it hurts. lso i have to walk down a hill when i run and after i walk down that i hurts even more. can some 1 please tell me why my abs asre tightening up and give me some advice on what to do
fsdsk Posts: 959 Joined: 2003/11/30	2004/07/20, 05:25 PM Watch your breathing during your run.
Vedakathryn Posts: 1,585 Joined: 2004/05/28	2004/07/21, 10:51 AM I am not sure if it is "Runner's stitch" or not as you say abs, but the same may follow true. It can be caused by multiple factors and often ends up in a spasm of the diaphragm. Make sure you are hydrated properly and do not have big meal before your run. When you start running, start slowly and not with full speed. Focus on the belly breathing. Exhale when the left foot strikes the ground. When running be sure to breath deeply with your diaphram (stomach muscles). Inhale deeply and blow out deeply. Side stitches usually indicate that you are not getting enough oxygen to your muscles. I don't know if you just started running or have been but sometimes the pain will subside as you get into shape. Your endurance may be in better shape than your lungs. Slow down a bit until your lungs catch up. Here's a good website explains more: http://www.makeithappen.com/wis/readings/sidest.html -------------- Veda MISERY IS OPTIONAL *When you are up to your ears in trouble, try using the part that is not submerged. *The difference between a dream and a goal is a plan. HAVE A GREAT DAY!