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Exercise to Reduce Stomach Gas

Excessive gas formation in the stomach is the result of flatulence and acidity, and your lifestyle and diet are the primary culprits for this condition. Stomach gas is made up of odorless vapors, such as hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen and carbon dioxide. The unpleasant odor that stems from gas comes from the bacteria in the large intestine. There are methods and exercises that you can do to treat stomach gas and put less pressure on the organs inside your abdomen.

  1. Yoga

    • Performing yoga helps you expel and reabsorb gas by stimulating the peristalsis, which is the muscle responsible for eliminating waste. Yoga also increases the blood flow in your digestive organs and helps them work more efficiently. While yoga poses prevent bloating and relieve excess gas, it's also important to practice a healthy diet and lifestyle. Avoid doing yoga if you have a hernia, inflammatory disease, diarrhea, sciatica or hyperthyroid condition.

    Cardiovascular Exercises

    • Cardiovascular exercises, such as running, swimming and bicycling can all help relieve your body of excess gas in your stomach. Performing these exercises improves circulation efficiency and facilitates the transport of oxygen throughout your body. Cardiovascular exercises have proven to reduce stress in the body. Stress aggravates the digestive tract and increases gas in your system. Not only does cardiovascular exercises relieve symptoms of stress, but increases the number of blood cells, improves mental health, reduces body fat, lowers blood pressure and strengthens your heart.

    Stretching Exercises

    • A daily stretching exercise program can be a key component in fighting off the effects of gas in your stomach. Stretching exercises have shown to relieve your body of gas and bloating, diarrhea and improve digestive enzymes. You should never experience pain while stretching, and each stretch should be held for 15 to 30 seconds. Breathing deeply while stretching is essential, and making long inhalations through your nose and exhalation through your mouth can help relax your digestive tract and lower stress.

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