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What Really Causes a Side Stitch During Exercise
Original: Here’s What Really Causes a Side Stitch During Exercise—Plus How to Get Rid of One Fast, According to Fitness Pros
Prevention has published a fitness explainer on side stitches, the sharp pain under the ribs that strikes many people during running and other exercise. Citing fitness professionals, the piece covers the leading theories behind the cramp—often linked to breathing patterns and the diaphragm—and offers quick techniques to relieve one mid-workout, along with tips for preventing stitches in the first place.
Why now: Side stitches are a common, relatable annoyance for exercisers, and practical fitness explainers regularly draw wide interest.
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- Here’s What Really Causes a Side Stitch During Exercise—Plus How to Get Rid of One Fast, According to Fitness Pros · Prevention
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