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Well all excited for week 7 run 1 and 20mins in the calf muscle was so painful I had to through in the towel gutted ! Struggled to even walk back. Bit better today but still limping slightly. Any advice?? Next run is Friday I so want to run 😒

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Tough!!

The guide to the plan healthunlocked.com/couchto5... has links to the NHS Sports injuries page.

Rest until pain free, then take it steady going forward.

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