So I finished the C25K last Thursday and had pain in my shin/calf. As advised I rested and took it easy. But a week on and I have done no excercise.... feel quite deflated. Hoping to feel better soon so I can brush off the cobwebs that are beginning to form around my trainers...
A week since graduation: So I finished the C25K... - Couch to 5K
A week since graduation
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Simba77
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IannodaTruffeMentor
Resting does not have to mean no exercise.
The basic principle of the PRICE approach to injury is to reduce loading on a damaged area but keep it mobile. nhs.uk/conditions/sports-in...
There are always plenty of other exercises that the IC bound runner can do without loading the legs unduly, but some gentle leg strengthening exercises would most likely be more beneficial than doing nothing.
ButtercupKidGraduate
Well done on graduating, Simba. Have you tried a bit of gentle swimming ? Excellent for building muscles without putting weight on them ! Hope you’re back out there soon x
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