Why do I have a painful heaviness in my legs while running lately?

[RedThread]

I've gained some weight this year so I'm really starting to get into fitness again. I've ran a few miles everyday for the past few days and I hope to continue to do so. For some reason today my legs felt like they had weights strapped to my ankles. I jogged because I couldn't really run. Do I need a break or is this just something I should push myself through? I'm afraid to cause damage and have setbacks though.. Like I feel like I'm going backwards for some reason..

Any advice from runners would be appreciated.

[G-Daz]

Take it easy. I do cardio now but it's really bit healthy for the body to do everyday. The body begins depleting cortisol the moment it feels it's being pushed only for cardio.

Compare a sprinter to a long distance runner. There's a reason why long distance runners run into far more health problems and tend to look drained up
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[G-Daz]

I'm not sure how long you've been running but long distance running too much can make you lose muscle. Perhaps that's why your joints are hurting more.

Focus on high intensity interval training if you want results quicker. Studies have shown that this. .. along with a number of other disciplines can activate your hgh to over 400%

[RedThread]

Thanks for the advice bro. I really appreciate it. I'll look into this more.

[G-Daz]

You're welcome

[Bluemax]

Do you jog every day, or jog every other day?

This happened to me, too. I found that when I jogged every other day, I was able to jog much farther and better. Lost weight, too.

[RedThread]

I started going everyday because I'm overzealous as usual. Thanks I'll space it out a bit more.

[Betwyn]

We are not supposed to run everyday...

at first, our bodies are not ready for it... and later, when we do have the strength and stamina for it...

the miles without rest, can really take a toll on us.

Shin splints, plantar fasciitis, stress fractures..

How far are you running?
At what pace?
Are you wearing new and proper shoes?

[RedThread]

Yeah I have shiny new running shoes. I've been running 3 miles. I haven't really timed my pace to be honest..

[Betwyn]

How did you decide which shoes to buy?

[RedThread]

Hmm I looked online for running shoes and then chose from the ones that actually have my size (15.5) which i can rarely find in stores lol

[Betwyn]

well.. that will make it difficult lol

[Betwyn]

www.runnersworld.com/.../how-to-buy-the-right-running-shoes

https://www.runnersworld.com/shoeadvisor

These links will really help you get the right shoes.

[RedThread]

Oh damn I didn't know it was that important. I thought having running shoes was enough lol

[Betwyn]

oh no.. the wrong shoes can do serious damage

[RedThread]

Yeah that's what it seems like.. Very interesting lol

[Betwyn]

and, if you plan on taking running seriously, don't just buy cheap shoes. They are the single most important piece of gear you'll have.. and yes, it sucks that you have to constantly replace them..

[RedThread]

Thank you. I'll stick to good shoes, B.

[Betwyn]

:) enjoy running... it's awesome!

[RedThread]

Yes it is! I feel way more positive and awesome lately. I forgot how great it is.

Thanks again.

[Betwyn]

No problem, I'm glad I could help :)

[RedThread]

Lemme know if you ever need help with anything, B.

[lace1228]

Drink lots of water and make sure to stretch before and after running it makes a huge difference. Also wear real running shoes not sure how you run but when running you should be running on the tips of your feet as your heel should never hit the ground. Feels weird at first but you do get use to it.

[RedThread]

Ah yes I've read about running on the balls of your feet before. Thanks for the advice.

[CHARismatic110]

You're overworking your legs. You should probably mix it up a bit. Do the running every other day or every 2 days and on your off days maybe work some other part of your body. Also maybe incorporate some rest days in there too.

[RedThread]

This is what I'm starting to think as well. Thanks :)

[CHARismatic110]

No problem.

[COCOCHANEL]

watch out for that high impact stuff, it's bad for joints and connective tissue

[RedThread]

Ah yeah I run on the road so it is pretty high impact. Thanks for the advice.

[Whoooooooooo]

yes man, no one exercises the same muscles every day. I go jogging once in every 2 days.

[RedThread]

Ah right right that makes sense. I'm so impatient for results lol

[Whoooooooooo]

On the days when I am not jogging I do exercises at home or go to the gym. It really is enough exercise even if you do nothing on your rest days. As long as you consume less calories than the amount your body requires to perform its functions you'll be burning fat ^^

[RedThread]

Okay cool thanks man. I'll find something else to do on off days then. I guess I could go walk nature trails around here on my off days.

[MissMillionDollarMan]

fatigue. Your body needs more time to rebound
- me a runner with **** tons of medical disorders

[RedThread]

Thanks for the advice.

[Kris85]

Could be your shins. When I run for awhile mine start to hurt as well.

[RedThread]

Thanks. I've been taking a break and it has helped.

[vishna]

Give your body a break.

[RedThread]

Yeah that seems to be the case. Thanks lol

[vishna]

From a nonrunner.

[RedThread]

Way to rub in my ignorance ;)

[vishna]

Haha, whaa me?

[RedThread]

I'm onto you vish.. I got my eyes on you :)

[vishna]

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And mine are on you.