Running Side Effects

There are some strange side effects that your body goes through during exercise. Check out these six weird, but very normal bodily reactions to exercise. Find out why they happen and what you can do about it.

• Yawning

There's one theory that explains yawning as the body’s need to increase oxygen flow to the brain. Another theory explains yawning as your body’s way of dealing with a transition to exercise, which is a greater need to breath and blood vessel dilation.

• Excessive Sweating and Runny Noses

Exercise stimulates secretions of your body’s glands, including mucus glands in your nose.

To combat this, make sure you stay well-hydrated during your workout. Drink fluids every 15 to 20 minutes.

• Ear Popping

This occurs because your body tries to maintain an equal pressure between the outside and inside of your middle ear. While running or weight lifting, your body braces for impact; pressure is generated and transmitted to your ear.

• Heartburn

Exercises, like running or sit-ups, can push your stomach contents up into your esophagus, resulting in acid reflux and heartburn.

In order to avoid this, stay away from foods, like dairy, before your workout. Wait about two hours to begin any workout after you eat a meal.

• Cramps

Many things can cause cramps in just about every muscle in the body. Low amounts of electrolytes, dehydration, or poorly fitted shoes, are a few reasons why you can get muscle cramps.

Thus, since potassium channels control muscle contraction, make sure to eat foods containing potassium. Bananas are a great source. Also, hydrate before, during, and after your workout.

• Headaches

A rigorous workout can cause blood vessels inside your skull to dilate. This is one of the ways the body deals with physical stress.

 

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