Originally Posted by
abbs
Thanks for the encouragement!
2nd time out on a different route,slightly hillier and slightly longer but these last 2 runs I have notice a lot more calf pain compared to my first few outings.Halfway round became painful,usually just sore after my runs.Maybe pushing too hard too quickly,going from half a mile to 1.7m in two weeks after not running for 25 yrs?
Not sure if its the incline/declines,quicker pace or longer runs,perhaps all 3 and maybe I need more than a days rest between runs,or likely just something novices have to go through,or poor running style?
Anyway,its not putting me off,I like setting myself a goal and 5k sub 30min within 6 weeks is the plan!!
On a positive note the using the Garmin Vivoactive to track my progress and running to music is helping enormously,also purchasing some "proper" trainers!
The knock on effect from running is I am drinking more water,eating better and have lost 4Ibs.
The Garmin is now my weekday daily wearer,and after being fairly dubious about smart watches I am now a convert!