Aseingier Posted March 21, 2016 Report Share Posted March 21, 2016 Hey I am a newbie to running and going to the gym. Since the new year I have had a complete change in mindset of getting into shape and eating well. So far so good that I have lost 2 stone! I have started week 5 of the running program today for the 10k but it's the first time I have struggled with my calf muscles being really tight and painful that I had to stop. Has anyone got any tips? Thank you Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArlettH Posted March 22, 2016 Report Share Posted March 22, 2016 First congratulations on getting started! As far as the pain have you tried stretching? Your muscles tend to get tighter when you start to run, stretching is a very important part of getting fit and healthy. Alsi you can try foam rolling the are and even take a hot bath with some epsom salt, it definitely helps w the sore muscles. Hope this helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blayne Posted March 23, 2016 Report Share Posted March 23, 2016 Gotta push yourself past that point or maybe an extra day off for your muscles to repair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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