Thought week 8 would not be such a big step up after running for 25 minutes previously. It's just another 3 minutes! Calves heavy for both runs to date. Breathing not too bad. 4 runs to do and then I will need to come up with a plan for the next challenge. Love the blog and love the C25K programme. Keep going everyone!
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Good morning - well done for completing a second run of Week 8!
Do you often find that your calves feel heavy when running? Do they feel particularly sore the following day or two?
Look forward to hearing from you
Adam
Adam, I have only struggled in the with the calves in week 7 and 8. Just bought one of those foam rollers recently and they've improved the discomfort.
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hi, try a longer stretching before and especially after run , and perhaps a hot bath to relax muscles, helps a lot .
Also slow the pace a little helps the body to adjust to the new rhythm, hope it helps.😷🏃♀️
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