W1 R2 Done ✅ Thighs aching now!!

[pawsnclaws]

So I have just completed my second run and it went really well 😊 However now an hour later the front of my thighs are aching a lot !! Glad I have a rest day tomorrow’s a think I may need it

[TEOTWAWKI1066 Graduate]

I think the say no pain no gain? Not sure how true that is but remember it does get easier. I have just started and ours bodies are being shocked. Well done though.

[pawsnclaws in reply to TEOTWAWKI1066]

Yes I guess your right !! Well done to us both for starting 😊

[Northlondongirl Graduate]

Make sure you do some stretches after you run that will stop the aches and pains. I had really achy thighs after one of the early runs since then I spend a few minutes doing the recommended stretches and no aches 😁

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Stretching immediately after every run, nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/h... while muscles are still warm and supple, pulls out contractions, avoiding carrying tensions into the next run and also improves recovery by improving blood flow.

[MarieP2020 in reply to IannodaTruffe]

That was really helpful, thanks for sharing the link too!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor in reply to MarieP2020]

Have you read the guide to the plan? healthunlocked.com/couchto5... it is full of tips.