Advertisement
If you have a new account but are having problems posting or verifying your account, please email us on hello@boards.ie for help. Thanks :)
Hello all! Please ensure that you are posting a new thread or question in the appropriate forum. The Feedback forum is overwhelmed with questions that are having to be moved elsewhere. If you need help to verify your account contact hello@boards.ie
Hi there,
There is an issue with role permissions that is being worked on at the moment.
If you are having trouble with access or permissions on regional forums please post here to get access: https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058365403/you-do-not-have-permission-for-that#latest

Leg Cramps

  • 20-01-2007 5:38pm
    #1
    duckmusic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 446 ✭✭


    I recently stated back training after about 6 months or so of doing very very little. Basically I am about 3 training sessions in and have started having very bad cramps in my calf’s. Its annoying as I’m not tired (as in my pulse isn’t too high) but im not able to run any further.
    I have been stretching and warming up before running. Its going to be difficult to get fitter when im unable to run very far without cramping up

    Any advice appreciated. Should I try run through it ???

    Thanks, Duckmusic


Comments

  • #2
    whassupp2
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,031 ✭✭✭whassupp2


    Increase time spent stretching calfs. (esplecially the stretch where ur in the press up position)
    And also try using ice baths.
    if unavailable, put an ice pack on your calfs when you get home from training


  • #3
    Shrimp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,645 ✭✭✭Shrimp


    Deffo dont try run through it, perhaps you need to stretch it more than u are. Also, are you wearing good running shoes as sometimes the support (or lack of) on your foot can render your streches useless.


  • #4
    davyjose
    Closed Accounts Posts: 9,287 ✭✭✭davyjose


    Yes and make sure you stretch it out properly. The calf is easy enough to overstretch. Drink plenty of water (drinks like powerade are good for cramps because of the electrolytes and carbs they offer), and just give it time. They need to strengthen, if you haven't been working them in the past.


  • #5
    aido_2006
    Closed Accounts Posts: 165 ✭✭aido_2006


    you should be drinking about 4/5 litres of water a day... its a biggie if ur training!! and then as the rest say just a 5 minute warm up gettin ur muscles titen up, then stretch for about 15 secs on each muscle etc... then cool down and stretch them out for about 30 secs...


  • #6
    slemons
    Closed Accounts Posts: 532 ✭✭✭slemons


    more salt - potassium and sodium from either banana's or tablets and more water. frequent sips


  • Advertisement
  • #7
    Unpossible
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,191 ✭✭✭Unpossible


    I thought it would be better to use this thread instead of starting a new one.

    I got a leg cramp in my calf yesterday during a tough swimming session, its still quite stiff and sore. Should I keep up my exercise regime (like doing JuJitsu tonght) but taking it more easy, or should I just rest it?


    Last time this happened it was like this for 4-5 days :(


  • #8
    daveirl
    Closed Accounts Posts: 14,483 ✭✭✭✭daveirl


    This post has been deleted.


Advertisement