When you have a sensitive stomach, one of the things that can trigger it is working out. What can you do if you love exercising but are afraid of having stomach issues? These four tips can help you workout while your stomach stays in check.
Hydrate
If you’ve ever run and experienced nausea and a headache after, it’s probably because you didn’t drink enough water during the day. Try to drink 16 to 20 ounces of water before your workout to keep your body hydrated. Also, try and avoid drinking sports drinks prior to exercising as the sugars and flavoring can upset your stomach.
Remember to Eat
Everyone processes food differently, but it’s important not to workout on an empty stomach. If you’re worried about having to run to the bathroom mid-workout out, try eating a light carb snack like oatmeal, an English muffin with peanut butter, or a bagel, an hour and a half to a half hour before exercising.
Wait it Out
Listen to your body and the cues before working out. You may need more time to digest your food or water in order not to feel nauseous while exercising.
Know When to Stop
No matter how much prep you do, sometimes your body can’t deal with the pain or discomfort and that’s when you should slow down or stop your workout. Be prepared to change of your workout to something more low impact if you’re stomach isn’t doing well.
