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Need Info On My Leg Pain.

hi, i have been jogging for roughly 2 months.. and im having pain on the calf of my leg... i hv done warm up and stretchings before i jog and yet after 30-40 mins into jogging, my calf starts to feel some sort of pain.. on a scale of 1 to 10, im at 8. its unbearable when it starts acting up ... i had to stop and sit down on the ground till the pain goes away for like 10 -15 mins.. I like to force and push myself to the limit when i jog... i don t know whats making my calf hurts so bad..
Fri, 15 Jul 2011
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There could be cramps due to electrolyte deficiency. You need to hydrate well before you start your jog because jogging is a severe exercise. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, avoid colas, fruits syrups, junk food. Better to drink electrolyte solutions and enough water atleast 1 hour before jog. If the pain persists, apply pain killing gel for relief as there could be microtears in the muscle due to strain. Take a break in between your jog and do mild stretching exercise as well to relax your tense muscles.
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Need Info On My Leg Pain.

Welcome to Healthcare Magic There could be cramps due to electrolyte deficiency. You need to hydrate well before you start your jog because jogging is a severe exercise. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, avoid colas, fruits syrups, junk food. Better to drink electrolyte solutions and enough water atleast 1 hour before jog. If the pain persists, apply pain killing gel for relief as there could be microtears in the muscle due to strain. Take a break in between your jog and do mild stretching exercise as well to relax your tense muscles.