Running with IBS
Just over 2 miles this evening and it was less than pleasant. My old friend IBS showed up as I got home from work. This meant my stomach was bloated and tender and it was quite uncomfortable for running. At least it was dark so no-one could see how pregnant I looked.
IBS describes a collection of symptoms that arise from problems in the large intestine. It affects loads of people, mostly women, and can affect people in different ways. It can be extremely unpleasant and painful and can limit how your live your life. At the moment mine is under control so doesn’t generally interfere with my running. Long may that last. Two uncomfortable, bloated miles are better than none.
The win might be in getting out at all… I don’t have IBS, but I’ve been crippled once or twice on a run due to intestinal discomfort… It’s unpleasant.
Oh yes, getting out at all is a win these days!