Week 1, Run 1

[Unfitzoe]

Hi, I've just completed my first run (just) and the hardest bit wasn't being out of breath it was the pain in my calves. I assume that it's because I am massively overweight and it's alot for my poor legs to handle!

Is it best to just run through the pain( which I did) and then do a few stretches afterwards?

Thanks 😊

[Anitacstrong Graduate]

Make sure you warm up first too. There's a link somewhere in these posts to the different types of stretches etc. You want to do 'dynamic stretches' before your run.

[Unfitzoe in reply to Anitacstrong]

Thank you!! I'll look for the link now 😌

[limberlou Graduate]

Also make sure you are well hydrated. Drink water regularly through the previous day and a glass before you run too. This should hell with the calves too

[SandieF Graduate]

It may not be to do with your weight either. I’m not over weight, although I am old, 57, and I get calf pain. I just run through it and it seems to ease off. Have you seen the dr before starting? Or just keep going but really really slowly? Good luck Hun 👍

[dayhayward]

I’m on w1 3rd run tonight, I’m 18st and my calves and shins were on fire but I rested for 2 days then 2nd run felt same as first BUT the 60seconds didn’t seem half as long so I guess your muscles just build up to withstand it....... I’m hoping myself the burning will ease off each run but what doesn’t kill you I guess 😂 well done for getting through it 👍

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

The guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Enjoy your journey.