Is it safe to exercise with GERD?

Absolutely, in fact, it’s recommended - particularly if you’re considered to be overweight or obese, because this can worsen existing GERD symptoms or cause additional GERD symptom flare-ups.

Excess fat around your abdomen can begin applying pressure to your Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES), which is the muscle that is located at the connection between your throat and stomach and prevents acid/food from moving back up into the esophagus.

Too much pressure on your LES can cause it to stop working, which can intensify the signs of GERD. Eventually, this can start causing additional symptoms of GERD like a chronic cough or GERD-related chest pain at a location that can be confused for other serious health problems.

Working out is a fantastic, healthy way to improve your overall health, while assisting your GERD management plan, alongside any prescription GERD treatments suggested by your practitioner.