Running can be a fantastic way to stay fit and clear your mind, but there's nothing worse than a sharp cramp in your side that forces you to stop mid-run. Side stitches, or exercise-related transient abdominal pain, can affect runners of all levels, but they are particularly common among beginners. The good news is that they are often preventable!

Stitches typically manifest as a sharp pain around the ribcage and may be caused by a spasm in the diaphragm or irritation in the stomach. While...
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