Achilles Tendon puts end to run

[CajonJon]

W6r2 and my right Achilles tendon gave way. Enforced rest until it means and then perhaps brisk walking instead of running. A pity as I was really getting into it. At least the hills will be easier to climb at walking pace.

[Hidden]

Sorry to hear that you are broken. Hopefully a speedy recovery awaits.

Do you know why this happened? Is there something you could do differently to avoid this in the future?

[CajonJon in reply to Hidden]

Thank you for your sympathy. There is no apparent reason why this happened.

I run on forest tracks so it might have been the uneven ground, inclines, or increased distance.

Once healed I will resume with brisk walking and hopefully build up to running again however if their is the slightest hint of recurrence I will stick to the walking.

[JohnTR Graduate]

I had the same, left ankle. Lots of ice and anti imflammatories. I also bought inserts for my trainers but wear them in all my shoes. They really helped me, no pain at all when wearing them, but still sore in bare feet.

I rested it for a week and started out on flat route very gently.

Hope you're gets better soon.

[Leithpi Graduate]

I had the same (left side) as soon as I hit week 8. Full rest for a week then back to Week 6 R1. It’s better, but not 100% so I’m still on the shorter runs at the moment.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Ouch. You will be back though...do what you need to to get that tendon healed...

[whibbles Graduate]

Sorry to hear this and know how you feel. The positive news is that you can stay with C25K a little longer I managed to cure my Achilles problems with custom made inserts and eccentric help drops. I hope the recovery goes well and don't give up.