Do you experience painful muscle cramps when you exercise or when you sleep? While a diet deficient in minerals such as calcium and magnesium could be to blame, other lifestyle factors may also play a role.

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Get as fit as possible – the fitter you are, the fewer cramps you will develop; drink sufficient liquid to prevent dehydration, but don’t overdo your fluid intake; do stretching exercises every day, especially with the muscles that tend to cramp; and wear loose, comfortable clothes, especially at night.

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