No cause to worry if you have pain on the side while running


By AGENCY

Side stitches can occur on either side of your abdomen and sometimes on both, but it's unclear what triggers them. — 123rf.com

They're unpleasant and usually harmless and yet side stitches can be a major nuisance during a training session – be it swimming, running or a group fitness course.

Here's what you can do to prevent them.

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