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6 reasons why your stomach-kidney hurts while running

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Body temperature

When you run, your core body temperature rises, and you sweat to cool yourself down. 

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Body loses water and salt

When you sweat, you lose both water and salt, which we thought would cause a hormonal and inflammatory response that could harm your kidneys.

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Gastrointestinal Issues

Indigestion, gas, or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can cause discomfort during running. The jostling motion of running may exacerbate these issues, leading to stomach pain.

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Poor Warm-up or Stretching

Inadequate warm-up or stretching before running can contribute to muscle tightness and discomfort. This includes the muscles around the stomach and kidneys, leading to pain. 

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Overexertion or Strain

Running too intensely or pushing beyond your fitness level can strain muscles, including those around the abdomen and kidneys.

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Kidey Issues

Kidney pain during running could be a sign of an underlying kidney issue, such as kidney stones, infections, or other renal conditions. 

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