India, March 30 -- If you've ever felt a sudden, urgent need to poop in the middle of a run, you're not alone - and it can be both uncomfortable and embarrassing. For many runners, this involuntary urge can strike without warning, making it difficult to stay focused or enjoy the workout. While it may seem unavoidable, there are actually simple, practical steps you can take to reduce the chances of it happening in the first place.

Dr Joseph Salhab, a Florida-based gastroenterologist and health content creator who specialises in digestive, liver, pancreatic, and nutritional health, is breaking down why some people experience the often involuntary urge to poop while running. In an Instagram video shared on March 29, he explains the science ...