Cheekersus99 Posted July 2, 2014 Report Share Posted July 2, 2014 My husband and I are both new to running. We are on week 4 of the C 25 profram, but are having a lot of calf pain when doing the 3 or more minute jog/run. What can we do to help with this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mom2Colin Posted July 2, 2014 Report Share Posted July 2, 2014 Make sure you are stretching your calf muscles before you begin your run, and drink at least 8oz of water, especially if you run first thing in the morning. Both have helped me tremendously! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tan39 Posted July 3, 2014 Report Share Posted July 3, 2014 I would suggest to make sure that you warm up properly. Do light stretches on your callfs but do not over stretch.Make sure you have the right fitting shoes. A lot of people wear calf sleeves during or after the runs for recovery. I wear mine after long runs the whole day pretty much and my muscles feel great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunnerMike Posted July 13, 2014 Report Share Posted July 13, 2014 I had also alot of calf pain when i started jogging, i tried stretching drinking but nothing really helped me. Luckily it was because the shoes, now i have new shoes and havent had any more calf pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmcneil Posted July 28, 2014 Report Share Posted July 28, 2014 I have been running with the C25K app for a couple of months now. I should be done, but am struggling with week 5- mostly because my calves hurt so bad and I have to walk to relieve the pain. I bought new running shoes, and they have helped but my calves still hurt. I'm trying really hard to keep myself hydrated with water and stretch before my runs. Other suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxfire624 Posted July 28, 2014 Report Share Posted July 28, 2014 I had the same problem, but a new pair of good running shoes helped me tremendously. I would suggest going to a specialty store like Fleet Feet, to get shoes. They will evaluate you and can suggest the best shoe for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Cbdb511 Posted August 4, 2014 Report Share Posted August 4, 2014 I had A similar issue when I did a training program before and tried everything from water to new shoes and nothing helped, until I got a compression sleeve for my leg. Honestly the relief was amazing. I wore it when I ran because when I stopped running the pain stopped. Also used a foam roller a bit to ease it after running. I've been told that it's chronic compartment syndrome, where blood gets trapped in your muscle and it's the swelling of it that causes the pain and pressure. Also I slowed down a lot and changed my stride so that I take really short steps (3 per second). I would definitely repeat weeks and don't push too much it'll make it worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfroggie Posted September 9, 2014 Report Share Posted September 9, 2014 I am also having calf pain during week 4. My pain doesn't start until I begin to walk after the first run. Then the pain worsens when I start the second run. Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Shelly Posted September 29, 2014 Report Share Posted September 29, 2014 I get the same after a run going into a walk my calfs just tighten and become painful. Can anybody recommend the compression socks/sleeves are they worth whole buying? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Shelly Posted September 29, 2014 Report Share Posted September 29, 2014 I get the same after a run going into a walk my calfs just tighten and become painful. Can anybody recommend the compression socks/sleeves are they worth whole buying? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted October 22, 2014 Report Share Posted October 22, 2014 Week 4? I should be so lucky. Got a huge knot in day 2! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anewnam Posted October 31, 2014 Report Share Posted October 31, 2014 I just finished week 5 and I have found compression socks work wonders! I had calf pain/burning since day 1 and just started using the socks a week ago. So wish I would have looked into them sooner. I could tell a major difference after using them for the first time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anewnam Posted October 31, 2014 Report Share Posted October 31, 2014 ^^The brand I use is 2XU and Amazon sells them for a very reasonable price Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Delwert Posted November 10, 2014 Report Share Posted November 10, 2014 Do check out Cardio Aerobics and Running sections of the latest health and fitness app for iPhone and Android at http://www.healthtalisman.com KellyAnn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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