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[shelly1965]

Morning guys, W9R2 just completed, and really loving it, only problem is my calf is killing, last 2 runs i have struggled, anyone else had this problem? do i continue which i am desperate to do or rest it? iv been stretching it and i tyhink its ok but as soon as i start running i can feel it again help!

[Grannyhugs Graduate]

Hey you are doing great, how important is it to finish this week over getting a more serious injury. Tough choice this far through the program. Take care and good luck

[shelly1965 Graduate in reply to Grannyhugs]

i know your right, but so desperate to finish, its very addictive, but thank you.

[Sonia52 Graduate]

I just finished my W9R2. It’s strange, I never had my calves starting to hurt until the last two weeks when the runs have got longer and my jogging speed got slower for those longer runs. Before it was always just my hips and thighs. There is a really good post run stretch workout on the NHS site I use. Also I use a stiff brush and exfoliating scrubs in the shower afterwards that helps. I hope you feel better soon, rest longer if your body is telling you to.

[shelly1965 Graduate in reply to Sonia52]

yes exactly the same...i have sailed all thru except these last couple of runs...ok thank you i will take a look at those, thnaks again x

[Sonia52 Graduate in reply to shelly1965]

nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/h...

[shelly1965 Graduate in reply to Sonia52]

Arrrr thank you

[Granspeed Graduate]

How about trying a “bit less intense” plan and see if it helps - take an extra rest day or 2, and when the calf feels better try the run but at a slower pace and be prepared to stop if you need to. Sounds like you might be pushing it as you get to the end. Natural, but remember your goal of parkrun participation. You really, really don’t want to get into chronic injury territory!

[shelly1965 Graduate in reply to Granspeed]

yes i think i have been pushing myself these last few runs by going faster and further, i just really wanted to finish it, but i did the run on saturday so i will trying leaving the last run for a week, i just worry ill loose my fitness, sad i know.

[Granspeed Graduate in reply to shelly1965]

You won’t lose fitness in a week. Keep stretching, walking etc & give it a no-impact rest for a few days. 😊

[DiverIzzie Graduate]

Slow right down and stretch thoroughly afterwards - use a foam roller on the offending area - if it doesn’t hurt like hades you’re not doing it properly 😂 - and try ibuprofen spray/ gel. An extra rest day will also help! Good luck and look forward to seeing that graduation badge shortly!

[shelly1965 Graduate]

ok thank you, i have been rolling it with a plastic cup hehe bloody hurt! thank you x

[Buddy34 Graduate]

I found this to be very helpful

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[shelly1965 Graduate in reply to Buddy34]

arrr thank you, thats fab