Stomach Ache During Runs

Newbie

Hi guys,

I've been running off and on for about 2.5 years. I'm currently in a major ON stage, and my runs are between 3 and 7 miles four to five times a week right now. Whenever I run, my stomach starts to get upset and sometimes i have to stop my runs to use the bathroom. Why is this? I run on a digested and/or empty stomach. Is there anything I can do to prevent this?

Member

Maybe try NOT running on an empty stomach. Eat 100 calories or so of something about 1/2 hour before you head out - maybe that will settle things down a little.

Edited to add: I've also heard something about zinc supplements helping.

Stomach Ache During Runs

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