Any suggestions please?

[Andpw]

Hi, I started week 1 of Couch to 5k first run ok, 2 run I felt a sharp pain in left calf the next day I was very sore. My ankle and leg are swollen but I can walk but calf and knee niggling. Any tips please don't want to give up at the first hurdle 😀.

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

Enjoy your journey.