Your running buddy had to stop during your run because of a side stitch. What can you tell her to do to help?

A. Hold her arms overhead and breathe deeply
B. Run faster and it will go away
C. Lie on her back and bring both knees to her chest
D. Bend over and breathe out forcefully
E. Skip or run backward for a little while


Answer: C

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