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What causes me to get a cramp up high towards my rib cage when i run?

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Muscle use/overuse: Many muscles are involved with running and breathing. Muscles cramp when over used and become sore and tender. If this releives when your stop and rest, one would think not a problem. Persistence means one should get checked out.

Answered 4/21/2018

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