No stiffness!

[ForestGrump63]

I've been reflecting on my running journey whilst leisurely having a coffee and I've just realised I've not had any next day stiffness for some time. I had my longest run yesterday (6k) after 5 days off with illness and I expected to be stiff this morning but nothing. Then I realised I haven't had the stiffness for some time but can't remember when it stopped being a feature. Not bad for an old goat 🐐😂 Does this mean my body is used to running?🤔

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

Yes I’d say! 😀 It shows you’ve been running sensibly, and building up gradually.

Brilliant! 👏👏👏

[ForestGrump63 60minGraduate in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thank you x I have been very careful this time. I'm really pleased 😁

[Womangolfer Graduate10]

Congratulations on your longest run and on no stiffness 👏🏻😄

[Grannyhugs Graduate10]

Brilliant news, you are obviously doing something very right, I'm really creaky 1st thing till I've reminded my joints of the difference between horizontal and vertical. 🤣 happy running 🤗

[Hidden]

This is really good to hear! I think as CC has said, the way you've gone about things has really helped. Definitely it's experience too and seeing how our body feels when we run. I think it takes a while before it all comes together too. Stretching etc and the way we begin to find a rhythm and pattern to our runs. You are doing so well though. Keep on doing what you are doing and remember...there's more in you than you think!

[ForestGrump63 60minGraduate in reply to Hidden]

Thank you 😊

[Roxdog Graduate10]

Yes!

[ForestGrump63 60minGraduate in reply to Roxdog]

Woo woo 👏

[Roxdog Graduate10 in reply to ForestGrump63]

I'm recovering for an injury and didn't run for 6 weeks. On my return to running, I noticed knee and calf stiffness, which I hadn't had for ages! O I think it's about regular runs and stretching.

[ForestGrump63 60minGraduate in reply to Roxdog]

Yes I think you're right! X