Help please

[runaidanrun]

I have just ran my third run in week one,after a little into it my calf’s started hurting , I ran through it and it didn’t get any worse, I have rolled them with a tennis ball , only thing I can think of is I ran in a old pair of trainers!! Any help please

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Maybe check your trainers if you think they could be the problem.

Try daily calf stretches.. Look for them online, standing calf stretches.

Good luck!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5... and includes advice on pacing, minimising impact, stretching after every run and dealing with injury.

Enjoy your journey.

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate]

Hi runaidanrun , welcome to the forum and congratulations on started the plan, your life will change forever now!!! Hmmmm, sounds like you know what part of the problem was!! trainers can make all the difference!! Also, stretching before a run is important to get your muscles ready for what you're about to put them through!! When I'm brushing my teeth I rise up onto the balls of my feet and back down again...even on days when I'm not running...little things like this can help towards a pain free recovery. Good luck on your next run, let us know how it goes

[Annieapple Administrator Graduate]

Good advice given! Hope they feel better soon. Welcome to the forum & well done for getting through the first week! 👏👍🎈