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.

If you've ever been out running and have suddenly experienced a stabbing pain in your side, you've most likely been hit with a stitch. Also known as exercise-related transient abdominal pain (ETAP ...

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