Have you ever been out for a run and developed a burning sensation in your belly or chest? Some of you are probably thinking, “What on earth is she talking about? Running makes my quads burn, not my belly.” But, acid reflux and running is not uncommon, so we’re going to dive in to what you need to know today.
Those of you who have experienced this strange pain, know my question isn’t coming out of left field. While you may not be sure what you’ve experienced, you do know it wasn’t normal or comfortable.
What you may have experienced is acid reflux, aka heartburn or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). While many people experience heartburn simply from certain foods, others experience exercise-induced GERD. Neither is fun.
It’s important to know this happens in totally healthy people, so it’s not something to cause immediate concern, but to figure out and resolve.
So what is acid reflux? Why can running or exercise make it worse? How can we prevent it from happening? Keep reading for the answers to these questions and more.
What is Acid Reflux or GERD?
If you’ve ever experienced a burning sensation in your chest, you may have experienced heartburn. This sensation often occurs after eating and may be worse if you lay down.
Other heartburn symptoms…
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