For athletes across all sports, few experiences are as agonizing as being forced to leave competition with a sudden muscle cramp. These painful, uncontrolled spasms – formally known as ...

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Foods that are extremely high in sodium can cause your body to retain water, which affects how your muscles and digestive system work. Deli meats, canned soups, frozen dinners, and salty snacks often ...

Nothing cuts a run short like a cramp in your side. Here's what probably causes your cramps when running, according to running coaches. From a lack of sleep to not warming up ahead of time, here’s ...

Light activity like walking or cycling can ease soreness and speed recovery.Rest if you have sharp pain, swelling, or limited ...

Cramps, quite literally, are cramping San Diego State’s style. Sophomore Miles Byrd and freshman Pharaoh Compton both suffered from muscle cramps in Monday’s 80-67 loss against No. 3-ranked Gonzaga, ...

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(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Michael Hales, Kennesaw State University (THE CONVERSATION) For athletes across all ...

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