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Re: Exercise and IBS       07/21/03 11:06 AM Edit Reply Quote Heather Reged: 12/09/02 Posts: 7799 Loc: Seattle, WA Hi, and welcome! Being regularly physically active definitely helps IBS overall because you're working the muscles of your gut, and getting them to contract rhythmically and regularly. But, vigorous exercise is a bowel stimulant (which is why it's great for constipation) - this means that it can send you running to the bathroom if you're prone to diarrhea and you're not stable. You might try adding in an exercise with a specific relaxation element (like yoga), or trying something that's still a good workout but less jarring than running. See if this makes a difference. You might also try running at a different time of day - sometimes people have problems with morning workouts but not evening, or vice versa. Best, Heather -------------------- Heather is the Administrator of the IBS Message Boards. She is the author of Eating for IBS and The First Year: IBS, and the CEO of Heather's Tummy Care. Join her IBS Newsletter. Meet Heather on Facebook! Print     Remind Me     Notify Moderator

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