Calf pain

[Happyyear19]

What's your thoughts,on week 6r2 still getting alot of pain in calf muscles.Tried calf compression socks and I have had a gate analysis done( over pronation) bought the correct support running trainer - still the same pain

Enjoy the running but this starting to get my down

[Kez100 Graduate]

I get calf pain although the fitter I am the less I suffer. I think mine is lactic acid build up as Im pushing myself (not that it looks like it!). I also have a strange foot bone so that affects my gait and theres nothing I can do about it (that came from a sports physio when i ran halfs in my 30s.).

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

To reduce impact slow down, avoid heelstriking, keep footfall under your body not out in front, run on grass or treadmill. Stretch after every run as described in the guide.

Enjoy your journey.

[ButtercupKid Graduate]

I also get niggling calf pains. The best help for me has been working through the NHS Strength and Flex podcasts on my rest days. They involve a lot of gentle stretching which helps both short and long term. And they’re free !