Tight calves

[UnnaturalRunner]

Just finished w2r1. Knackered. How can I stop my calves tightening up when I’m running? It’s getting to a point where I can’t walk afterwards. I already stretch before I run and sometimes I have to stop and stretch more

[Whatsapp Graduate]

It might not be a good idea to stretch before a run, unless its dynamic stretching. Save your staticstretching for afterwards.

Dynamic stretching: runnersworld.com/stretching...

Static Stretching: nhs.uk/Livewell/c25k/Pages/...

Also, make sure you are wearing good running trainers.

[davelinks Graduate]

runnersworld.com/for-beginn...

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate]

Yes, don't stretch cold muscles..but do stretch afterwards.

Make sure you are well hydrated by drinking more water, on non-run days as well as after your run...

Slow your running right down to, just a really gentle jogging motion.😊xx

[GingerBohemian Graduate]

Slow it right down. Then slow it down some more. Just keep it at a gentle shuffle.

Make sure you are hydrated.