Injury ☹️

So I was feeling smug. Even though I’d never run before. I got all the way through C25K and 2 weeks consolidation injury free. Have now run for 30 minutes 8-9 times. But yesterday I picked up an injury. Right at the end of my 30’ run a jarring pain in my lower left calf. I had finished my 30’ so didn’t run on it (I couldn’t have anyway). Feeling slightly discouraged now. Advice please. I’m 66. How long should I leave it before running again? Any treatment other than rest?

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

It is not advisable to run with any injuries, wait a few days until the pain goes then gradually start running again, slowly at first.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on

your graduation.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

and includes links to the NHS sports Injuries website. Follow the PRICE principles and don't run until pain free, then follow the advice on minimising impact.

While you are on the Injury Couch you may find this guide to post C25k running helpful healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Enjoy your journey.

[Jell6 Graduate]

I did something similar, started with knee problems about 4 weeks after completing the programme.

Turns out that I was not wearing the correct trainers.

Did you get gait analysis?

If not it's worth considering once your injury settles.

Of course that's a bit tricky in the current situation.

Don't try to run with it, that will only keep you on the IC for longer.

Take care 😊