W4R3 knee joint pain

[Runningpooch]

Enjoying the plan but this is the first week my right knee is aching and playing up I do rest in between runs but not sure what to do. Especially as I’m on holiday next week. Don’t want to set myself back 🙁

[steviej99 Graduate]

No problem taking more than a days rest if you don't already. Listen to your body don't try and run pain off - you can't. If it's bad or gets worse see a doc or sports physio for advice. A week's rest at this stage is not a bad thing to let your body recover. Don't worry you'll come back stronger. Just manage that pain or injury, don't ignore it and you'll smash 5k soon enough!!

[Oldlady57]

Wise words steviej99!!

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

What Stevie said. Look after the knee and make sure when you do next run you start really gently, and I’d advise avoiding hard surfaces first time back.