19: Why Does Running Cause Gut Issues (And What Can You Do About It?)

Picture this: You’re halfway through your long run when suddenly… you need a bathroom ASAP… Sound familiar?Today we’re talking about why running can trigger digestive issues and what’s really going on in the gut. This episode is for: runners, endurance athletes with IBS or a sensitive gut, or anyone curious about the gut–exercise connection!⏱️ Chapters: (00:00) — Intro(01:23) — Today's Episode: Why Does Running Cause Gut Issues (And What Can You Do About It?)(02:25) — Support the Constantine 5K Run For CAMH Foundation(03:52) — What Causes Digestive Symptoms During Runs?(04:58) — What Happens to Blood Flow During Exercise(05:37) — The Role of Pelvic Floor and Mechanical Jostling(06:29) — Cortisol, Inflammation, and Gut Permeability(7:47) — Pre-Run Nutrition Mistakes (9:48) — What You Can Do About It(10:17) — Timing Pre-Run Meals & Snacks(11:39) — Hydration Strategies(12:14) — Electrolyte Solutions & Sodium Type(14:11) — Fueling During Long Runs(15:11) — Planning Your Running Route(15:47) — Pelvic Floor & Strength Training(16:45) — Supporting Gut Health & Bowel Routine(20:20) — Closing Notes —🤝 SUPPORT THE CAMH FOUNDATION FOR THE CONSTANTINE YORKVILLE 5K: ⤵️https://raceroster.com/events/2025/96738/2025-constantine-yorkville-run/pledge/participant/38848322—👩🏻‍💻 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED: ⤵️📌 ⁠⁠⁠Apply For Coaching⁠⁠⁠📌 Electrolytes & Gut Health: What’s Hype, What’s Helpful, and What’s Right For You?📌 Creating a Therapeutic Exercise Plan With Pelvic Floor Dysfunction With Courtenay Polock —✉️ CONNECT WITH ME: ⤵️📱⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Instagram⁠⁠⁠🎁 ⁠⁠⁠Grab a Freebie!⁠⁠⁠ 🖥️ ⁠⁠ Shop the Resource Suite⁠⁠⁠If the GutFit Nutrition Podcast is giving you value - helped your digestion and fitness, made you rethink how you approach your gut health, please consider leaving a review! 🎧 If you have questions for my listener Q & A episodes, you can submit them here, or send me an email at ⁠[email protected]⁠. See you soon!