Running is no fun when you’re plagued by these common health complaints. Talk to your doctor about the best treatment options (and to get the all clear to exercise), then try these do-it-yourself strategies.
Allergies
Run between 5 and 9 a.m., when allergens are at their lowest, and choose the route with the fewest trees. Slowing your pace and breathing in through just your nose can help, too. Post-run, shower and wash your hair. If this move doesn’t help, hit the treadmill on high-pollen days. Check pollen counts in your area.
Asthma
Add an extended warm-up: Walk slowly for 10 minutes, then gradually increase your speed. Breathe in through your nose, not your mouth. If you’re new to running, start slowly, mixing walking with running at a moderate pace (one that allows you to hold a conversation). Also, relax your shoulders and arms as you run—you’ll open your lungs and breathe more easily.
Tummy troubles
You can thank the up-and-down motion and the fact that blood is being diverted away from digestion to your heart and muscles. The remedy: Don’t eat foods high in fat or fiber several hours before running, and give yourself two to four hours to digest a meal before you head out. Running at a different time of day may also help.
Jenny Hadfield is our Girls Gotta Move Running Club coach and a certified personal trainer.
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Comments (11)
Your email subject line said “50 tips to a smaller waistline…” But I can’t find anything about that in the link at all. What’s up?
I did a search on the site: http://slideshows.health.com/slide_shows/10217/slides/10689
I think someone forgot to put it on the email! oops!
Thank you! I was looking for the 50 tips, too. I appreciate the link.
I was interested in the 50 tips to a smaller waistline, but couldn’f find it either :-(
Yes, me too! Where are your Tips for a smaller waistline????
Same here Ann! I’m looking for the tips for a smaller waistline and can’t find anything!
Where is the information on having a smaller waist? I am unable to find a link or a story on that subject.
Danielle’s posted a link to a slide show, which is actually the smaller waist items.
Readers looking for the story “50 Tips to a Smaller Waistline” can get that information here:
http://slideshows.health.com/slide_shows/10217/slides/10689
Thanks to Danielle for tracking that down as well. Sorry for any confusion!
I have two artificial knees, and do not run anymore. I do ride a stationary bike a couple of times a week, but do not see anything any smaller.(on me)
I’m really frustrated. I’ve gone onto the links provided and still can’t find the 50 tips. Do I have to go out and buy a copy of the magazine? Please help.