Run 2 of week 1, and so far so good. Only issue so far is the ache I have for days after a run across my shoulders and bottom of my neck. Any ideas why? Don’t think I’m tense when I’m running, but don’t know how I could relax my arms more either...
Aching shoulders: Run 2 of week 1, and so far so... - Couch to 5K
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Are you tilting your head back when you run? Its one of my bad habits which I have to keep a check on - that gives neck/shoulder aches. Make sure you are looking ahead or slightly down. With your arms loosely by your sides give them a shake which might help relax them.
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Are you carrying something in your hands?
You need relaxed hands, not gripping.
There is a link to good posture in the guide to the plan healthunlocked.com/couchto5...
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