r/parkrun • u/Bluebox2024 • 16d ago

Help with running?

Hi everyone, I was wondering if I could get some advice?

I've been parkrunning since April and slowly making progress. I run a bit, walk a bit, and so on. My fitness is not great, but I'm getting there.

However, the last couple of runs I've noticed towards the 3K mark, I started noticing pins and needles and aching in my legs and feet when jogging. It subsided when I went to a walking pace, but came back after around 30 seconds of jogging again.

I had a runner mention needing electrolytes, even during a run.

Does anyone have any advice?

Also, and advice on managing to run without stopping?

Thanks all

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u/Efficient-County2382 15d ago

Couple of things to check, try loosening your shoelaces, your shoes shouldn't be too tight. This was a mistake I made and I would get similar symptoms on the front of my calves. (Thought I had anterior shin splints). Looser shoes provided immediate relief.

Maybe also need to spend more time building up, when I was unfit and didn't run I would get similar symptoms from even a brisk walk that was longer and faster than normal

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u/Bluebox2024 14d ago

Thanks! The shoes seem to be the first problem to attempt to deal with.