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Week 2 c25k

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Hi All.

I have not run for over 10 years or more. Just completed week 2 and have massive cramps which last now 2 days. Any advice how to get to week 3 which will start tomorrow and get rid of the cramps?

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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 minimising impact, stretching after every run, hydration and strengthening exercises, all of which will help.

Enjoy your journey.

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MixedbaggyGraduate

Do you drink enough water before your run ? Often cramps are from dehydration or not enough electrolytes. You can get little sachets of them that do help if you have half before a run and half after.

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