Hi .while am running, am getting pain near to my right ribs. Because of that pain I could not run fast and for long as well. Please tell what issue and suggest solution.
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Hi lybrate-user, rib pain is known as side stitches. There are numerous possible causes of side stitches during running. One theory is that your pumping legs and rapid breathing cause a dual pinching at your torso that prevents normal blood and oxygen flow, leading to cramps. Pain can also be caused by exercising after eating a full meal or foods high in fat; this load in your stomach can place stress on your diaphragm, which is located just under your lungs. Side stitches also may occur due to the stretching of ligaments in your diaphragm as you run. Here are a couple of solutions for you: 1. Slow your pace and take deeper breathes. This gives your body time to take in more oxygen, which is helpful if the side stitch is caused by irregular oxygen flow. If necessary, decrease your workout intensity further and take in even more oxygen by slowing to a walk and placing your hands on your head. In most cases, the pain should subside relatively quickly so that you can continue on with your workout. 2. If slowing your pace and breathing deeply doesn?t alleviate the discomfort after a few minutes, momentarily pause your workout. Stop walking and bend forward at the waist. From this bent-over position, tighten your abdominals and continue to inhale deeply. Eventually, the side stitch pain should stop and you can continue your workout. Allow your body to ease back into your session with a few minutes of walking before you resume your run. 3. To decrease your chances of getting side stitches, avoid eating within two hours of your workout so you're not running on a full stomach. Before runs, eat meals that are primarily made up of carbohydrates, like pasta, because they're easy to digest. In addition, incorporate regular core workouts; having strong abs and lower-back muscles lowers your risk of getting side stitches. When you know you?re going to be performing runs of 60 minutes or longer, plan to schedule brief stops every 10 to 15 minutes to take in 7 to 10 ounces of water. This will keep you hydrated without causing your stomach to become too full. Hope this helps. Good Luck.
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This might be stiches which might be due to dehydration, overhydration, overeating too soon before running, being out of shape, erratic breathing patterns and lacking strength in your core muscles ? which are the muscles of the abdomen and back. Less commonly, medication or an underlying medical disorder. To prevent so hydrate yourself well, avoid beverages before running, Work on increasing your endurance and strengthen the muscles of your abdomen and back. Gently stretch your abdominal area before running by twisting from side to side. Breathe evenly while running, taking three steps for every inhale and two steps for every exhale. Treatment: Stop running or slow your pace as soon as you start to feel the pain under your rib cage. Grab the affected area with your hand and apply pressure or massage it until the cramp goes away. Bending over at the waist can also help take pressure off the area. Breathe slowly, pushing your abdomen out when you inhale and relaxing it when you exhale. Drinking water might also offer some relief. If problem still persist consult to get yourself investigated for any underlying pathology present.
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