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Week 4 and I can’t stop my ankles aching

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I’ve just completed week 4 run 2 but I haven’t been able to stop my ankle aching as I’m running no matter how many rest days or anti-inflammatory tablets I take. I don’t think I run particularly heavily on my left leg but I do have weak joints in general. Could this be my running shoes or my technique?

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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.

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