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Week 6 Run 3

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I've had 2 rest days and my legs are still aching from a HIIT workout I did on Sunday morning but I'm determined to get the run done tonight, hopefully my legs will carry me over the finish line! :)

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WhatsappGraduate

Sounds like you have a case of delayed onset muscle soreness or DOMS. This NHS article should help nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/p...

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DowatGraduate in reply to Whatsapp

Thanks for that link Whatsapp I also found it particularly helpful. Kaf95 hope your aches improve quickly.

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