How do I avoid getting “side stitches” while running?

Kelli, why you get a “side stich” is one question? As you know it could be many reasons. My answer is if you do get them, you can get rid of it in seconds, how? Perform an Isometric contraction of your diaphragm, and if you perform this exercise before you run, you probably wont get a “side stich”, good luck.