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Week 4 injury

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Despite finding week 3 harder than expected. I was completely up for this today and fully prepared. After approx 8 mins I felt something pop in my right lower calf/Achilles and had to pull up straight away and then limp home 😢 now what do I do? I don’t want to fall behind in the programme physically or mentally. So fed up.

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Have a few rest days and see if the pain goes away if not then maybe a trip to your doctor would be best . Don't worry the runs will be waiting for you once you are pain free . Good luck 😊

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MuddledGardenerGraduate

What a shame! Ice and anti-inflammatory gel, plus rest for today, then gentle mobilisation tomorrow. If no improvement, you must seek medical help, as you could make it worse. Good luck!

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notquiteretiredGraduate

sorry to hear you laid up , best wishes for speedy recovery👍

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Hope you feel better soon after a few days rest! And remember you've already started this journey, that was a massive step, you're on the path now and so what if you take a breather on a bench at the side 😊 When you've recovered you'll be back on the path. Take it easy and keep the updates coming!

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