W4R2...everything hurts

[AliK0871]

Struggled today by end of run knees and hips so sore and calves were screaming. I was running super slow not sure what else to do 😔

[hego2018]

Agh I’m starting run1 of week 4 tonight.

Maybe just a bad run? Did u hurt after earlier runs?

[AliK0871 Graduate in reply to hego2018]

No manage first 3 weeks ok 😔

[Jilldrum Graduate]

I've had runs where my legs were killing me, in particular I suffer from very tight calves. I've found yoga is really helping. I try and do some (just use YouTube videos) on my non running days and have found some quick yoga cool downs for runners too now. I jump on my mat as soon as I'm home and it's made a big difference already.

[msanni]

Such a pity. Were you well hydrated? Had you had enough rest? Are your shoes suitable? Check the advice on this forum, take a couple of days off. Better luck next time.

[Lillybeth30mins Graduate]

Sounds like it might just be “one of those runs” we all have them. You won’t know for sure until you try again. So my advice would be:

* don’t go out until the aches have gone- even have an extra rest day??

* make sure you’re fully hydrated (every day, not just run days)

* don’t stress about it-go out with a positive mindset and after a good nights sleep

And then let us know how your next one goes (good or bad) and we can help from there

Liz x

[AliK0871 Graduate in reply to Lillybeth30mins]

Thank you Liz

Really appreciate your advise. Not going to run till Sat and def need to drink more

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Have you read the guide to the plan? healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

It may help.

[AliK0871 Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thank you