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You’re tearing up the treadmill and feeling great, and then all of a sudden, pain strikes. Muscle cramps during exercise are common, especially in high-intensity athletes like distance runners or cyclists. Different theories exist as to the overarching cause of workout…

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Exercisers are often told that muscle cramps are caused by lack of salt (sodium) or low potassium. However, recent studies show that athletes in endurance events who suffer cramps usually have normal sodium and potassium levels.

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