Post run pain? advice needed please

[Wizz180]

I'm half way through week 2 but I got massive pian in my knees and shins to the point where it can shoot right up the legs. I have stopped running for the time being hoping it will go but no luck so far. Is this normal and how would I remedy this? Thanks in advance.

Ps if it's of any relevance I'm in my late 20s and around 16st.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress.

Some aches are normal but can be reduced by following the advice in the guide to the plan on minimising impact, strengthening exercises and stretching after every run.

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.

[Chicky33 Graduate]

Yes had this when I started. it's the wrong shoes. I walked slowly for 2 mins then upped it, and changed my shoes almost to a cross country type shoe to cushion my weight!! it worked a treat. I think mine are soloman xcountry trainers now.

[runningbeam in reply to Chicky33]

I also , run in Saloman too, so supportive Make sure you purchase the one with the specialized removable inner soles .Which I ve found you can transfer to some other shoes trainer .I also purchased half a size bigger as some saloman are narrower across the the toes. Good luck !

[Skyblueandblack Graduate]

I did the same on W4R3. It took over six weeks for the pain to completely go and I was able to return to running. There's plenty of advice on here from others who have had the same problem.

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yep I did the same too at W4R2. had complete rest for 3 weeks, then started again very slowly - walking slowly, walking more briskly, jogging a little during a walk, and finally back to W1R1. Also followed all the advice about dynamic and static stretching and drinking enough water. Now back at W4R2. I believe it is the unaccustomed exercise the legs are complaining about, you need to be kind to them. 😁

[Wizz180]

Thanks everyone for the advice when the shops open back up I think I'll get myself assessed so the correct kind of running trainer

[nycrunner]

Knee pain is often not related to the knee but tightening of the muscles both above and below the knee. The tight muscles can pull the knee out of alignment.Some years ago I was convinced the knee was my problem only to find it was muscles as described.A good massage might also help.Your shins could be a source of the knee discomfort?

One trick I have often used is to fill old socks with some sand. Tie them together and drape them over your foot and raise the toes against the weight.

This will strengthen the shins.

Good luck