Cramp in calf muscle. Hydration issue??

[Burl337]

I went for a run last night. W5R2, I felt fine after the 5 minute warm-up. As soon as I started to run, my left calf muscle went really tight for a few seconds. I managed to keep going, but was a bit uncomfortable. Is this purely down to hydration, or could it be something else?? Thanks in advance. Lee.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Muscles not warmed up enough..landing awkwardly..could be any number of reasons...has this happened previously?

[Burl337 Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks. No first time. I was a bit dehydrated, so imagine that was the issue!?

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Burl337]

Could be then...good hydration is essential every day..and especially when the heat is on...