Exercise and Fitness

ZenLefty

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6. I used to get them really bad

Tue Dec 13, 2011, 11:27 AM

Dec 2011

I got them to the point I couldn't walk on my legs it was so painful. I can give you a few tips that helped me out.

- Having good form is probably most important. Make sure you're not heel striking. If possible, find a runner/trainer to observe your form and give you some tips.
- Good shoes are a must.
- Good leg strength, in particular calf strength, seems to help get that bounce.
- When starting out, don't do too much at once. Just a few days a week, maybe 30 minutes at a time. No marathons until your legs are acclimated.

Again, I'm not a runner but hopefully that helps.

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