Heavy swollen legs - week 4

[Claireabella79]

I have just started week 4, although I am enjoying it I find I am struggling later on in the day with really heavy swollen legs, I’m wondering if it’s the heat as well as the exercise, does anyone else experience anything similar?

[Newbie5k]

I’m only in wk2 run2 but for the first time have noticed a swelling on my legs. It just under the knee cap and to the left. Same place on both legs for the next few day I’m going to use ice packs and rest.

[Claireabella79 in reply to Newbie5k]

Thanks I think I will do the same x

[Newbie5k in reply to Claireabella79]

I think my problem is I’m very overweight and don’t have supportive shoes. I’ve done the gait test and shoe finder search on the Brooks website and my new running shoes are coming this week, hoping they fit and help.

[Claireabella79 in reply to Newbie5k]

Hope so 🙏

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress.

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.

[Claireabella79 in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thank you