Well that didn't go well. R1 of W6, a two day break from last run, and had to abort. Exactly half way through, searing pain on outside of calf. Slowed down and finished the 8 mins, but decided a stop was the best option. Now what? Been really careful.and kept to the plan %100, but this happened. I always end up breaking down at some point. A bit of non-impact cross training for a few days now I guess. So disappointed.
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Oh dear, I get the calf pains but am very strict on warm up and cool down stretching of these. Not much advice I'm afraid.
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Really sorry to read this. Like you say, best to rest up. Some sports physio might help if you can access it.
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Roll and stretch..if it does not abate..go get it checked out.... I do and did everything by the book and after nearly two years running, still ended up with a calf tear!!
This may just be a muscle strain..your body will soon tell you
Yeah thanks. I rolled it afterwards and will do so again tomorrow. I may have done the same thing a few years back and it was quite short-lived I think. Hope it is the same.
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