Side stitches are sharp abdominal cramps due to poor posture, dehydration, or overexertion. To get rid of side stitches, you can practice deep breathing and slow down your running pace.

A side stitch is a common occurrence during exercise, characterized by a sharp, stabbing pain in the side of the abdomen, often under the ribcage.The pain can range from a dull ache to a sharp, ...

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