Go to a running store and have them analyze your gait (slrunning co if in utah)

Jul 6, 2020
3:20:09pm

NarfUte All-American

they'll do it for free and suggest shoes that fit you.

I used to get shin splints and pain in my calves often but it went away when I was fitted for the right shoes. Also some calf specific stretches should help.

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Question for runners out there...Just turned 54 (yesterday), and

socorny

7/6/20 2:10pm

Are you running on your toes? My calves are generally the last muscle in my legs to tire.

Pimpin4Paradise

7/6/20 2:11pm

Not really, just running like I've always run.

socorny

7/6/20 2:13pm

Do your new running shoes look like this?

Pimpin4Paradise

7/6/20 2:16pm

I have the same problem. Calves get way sore. Sore for almost a week.

SweetBabyG

7/6/20 2:44pm

My calves don't stay sore...burning subsides pretty quick after I walk a little.

socorny

7/6/20 4:26pm

Sounds like it could be an issue with heel drop.

HomeTownHero

7/6/20 2:20pm

So thicker, more supportive heels might help, but how do you figure

SweetBabyG

7/6/20 2:50pm

You can. The truth is, the best shoe for you is the one the feels most natural.

HomeTownHero

7/6/20 3:03pm

I'm the same age...

Flashback

7/6/20 2:21pm

Stretch might help. I stop usually 5 minutes into my run when I am starting to warm up, and stretch my calves.

cruiserhead

7/6/20 2:21pm

try some compression sleeves for your calves, they've helped me

The Pope

7/6/20 2:22pm

When ever I cramp it’s a hydration issue. I drink a lot of water throughout the

ChiCityCoug

7/6/20 2:29pm

Do you wear dress shoes a lot? My FIL had this issue so DR. gave him heel

gp232

7/6/20 2:37pm

Only on Sundays, but it's been a few months now.

socorny

7/6/20 4:34pm

Weight is a factor for your age. Just 2-3 months into it calves can still be a problem. Do very little uphill for a

lightmann

7/6/20 2:50pm

Check your foot mechanics and see if you over or under pronate.

MuchoKG

7/6/20 2:56pm

DrBYU

7/6/20 3:07pm

Go to a running store and have them analyze your gait (slrunning co if in utah)

NarfUte

7/6/20 3:20pm

I would think a low heel drop shoe might help. Most shoes have significant heel

chrisrenrut

7/6/20 3:51pm

Great advice - thanks everyone!

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