How to Stop the Pains of Running without Stopping Running

In honor of the New York Marathon, Geezer directs readers to Runner’s World’s five tips on how to stop the pains of running while staying in the race.
1) Calf cramp: Standing on the side of the road, with feet below
your shoulders, raise the ball of the cramped leg’s foot up while
keeping the heel on the ground.
2) Stiff neck: Slow down or walk. Look straight ahead; slowly
lower your right ear toward your shoulder. Press gently on your temple
with your right hand. Hold for two seconds, release.
3) Tight shoulders: Slow your pace or walk. Looking straight
ahead, turn your head to the right 45 degrees and drop your head
forward, bringing your ear down toward your chest. Place your left hand
on top of your head and press down gently. Hold for two seconds,
release.
4) Side stitch: While running, contract your abdominal muscles,
and lean forward and into the side where you feel tightness. Push your
hand against the point of pain.
5) Back tension: While running, focus on the feeling of pulling
your navel in and up. If this doesn’t relieve the pain, stop running.
Place your hands on your hips and lean forward. Hold for two seconds,
release.

Read more in Runner’s World.