After my first post on 1st April I have to say my attempts to get back to running have stalled. Despite going very slow the old problem of locked calve muscle has returned. I warm up, use correct shoes and also go cycling and walking for basic fitness.
This is not the first time I have tried but it is disappointing. Of course, my age doesn't help but don't know where to go from here..
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Have you tried a foam roller on your calves after your run? They are great for getting rid of lactic acid and will help to get rid of muscle knots. Hurts like hell, but you will get great results!
Good for you keep trying all the variations to get started and maybe see a sports physio at some point when we can see people and touch people again. I do yoga and I’ve heard my yoga teacher say things about tight calves and hamstrings but I’m no expert .... you could look some yoga stuff up if you can? Good luck with it. Keep us posted.
The problem arose about 15 years ago and I had an unsuccessful course of Physio/acupuncture. Tried again with another Physio 5 years ago who got me wearing heel inserts but no luck.
I'm now doing a brief work out each day and will try the compression socks.
I ran London in 1981 with a time of 3h26m but now 5K seems a long way off.
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