Whether you’re an experienced runner, or just starting out, chances are you’ve experienced nausea after running or heard of someone who has.
If you’ve ever finished a long run and struggled to get yourself to eat that’s common and we’ve talked about how to help. But if you’re having regular issues with nausea after running, it’s time to check some potential issues and put a stop to it!
While running our body is diverting muscles from digestion to our muscles, which is part of what causes runners trots and other running stomach ailments.
But the urge to vomit is a different level of ick.
Let’s review what might be causing it and find out if we can improve both the run and your recovery!
9 Common Causes of Nausea After Running
As with all issues consider seeking medical advice if this is happening consistently and nothing seems to be helping.
It is NOT an issue you should have all the time.
Remember that while you are running blood is diverted away from your digestive system to your muscles. That means anything that aggravates your stomach could be worse because the body isn’t dealing with it.
1. Digestive System Issues
During running, oxygen-rich blood is redirected from the stomach and other non-essential organs to the lungs, heart, and other working muscles…
