Tender Stomach when starting

mostaverage

I get a sensitive, tender lower stomach muscle when I start to run, it's the same group of muscles you use when you do crunches, is this a normal thing?
It does ease up after a few minutes and doesn't seem to hinder movement but it's always there. Anything to be concerned about?

fourluvbugs

I'm no expert, but my muscles in that area are sore a bit after C25K workout, so I think its probably normal, especially if you are anywhere near as out of shape as I am. My muscles don't know what hit them!

mostaverage

Let's hope it's something that goes as the fitness builds

Kazimira

I've experienced really sharp cramps in my lower abs when running and when I talked to others about it they suggested running with my hands up over my head, even resting them on my head. I don't know how, but it seemed to help the pain fade.

mostaverage

Wow, really? I may look a bit odd but I'll give it a try ! Thanks!

flabulous4

I had that when I started C25K but I used to get it towards the end of the runs - doesn't happen now though so maybe it's just something your body gets used to.
I do find now I sometimes get stiff shoulders/upper back towards the end of a run, but I find if I concentrate on putting my shoulders back and trying to keep good running form, it goes away.
Hands on hips for a count of 10 can help with stomach pain too.