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Why Do the Abdominal Muscles Ache After Running?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Jesica Salyer

Abdominal muscle ache is a common pain that plagues runners. Though your legs are the prime movers when performing a running stride, your abdominals are involved in this motion as well. Understanding abdominal muscle ache enables you to prepare for it and know when to expect it.

Jesica Salyer graduated from Midwestern State University with a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology. She has 10 years of experience in volleyball mentoring, four years working in fitness training and coordination, and experience playing collegiate volleyball for Rutgers University. She also created RunOnOrganic.com and co-founded Further Faster Forever, a community created to encourage active individuals to challenge themselves.