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I need to build up the tendon and calf muscle in my left leg. Very sore and tender, was looking to do week 7 this week but will need to postpone until next week, any advise?

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You do what's right for you. Get stronger first give yourself time to heal and when you are ready try a slow short run just to see what you can manage . All going well you can continue. Good luck 😊

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EileanfraochGraduate in reply toBuddy34

Thanks, doing the step exercises this week, excruciatingly painful but will hopefully build the muscle

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduate in reply toEileanfraoch

Epsom salts bath then rub in an anti inflammatory gel. I used a roller on mine twice a day & kept up gentle walking every day in my trainers.

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EileanfraochGraduate in reply toAnnieapple

Thanks, will give it a try

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