Sore Calves...take a break or continue to run?

soccerkon26

I just started biking to work (1 mile each way) but I also run 2 miles in the morning. After today my calves are sore! Would it be better for me to take a break or run tomorrow morning?

htimpaired

Sore is normal, pain is not. If it's just soreness, then stretch it out, foam roll, and stretch some more. If it's pain, take a break.

soccerkon26

Thank you!!

kwoolfwpfd

If it's extremely painful take a break and try some other activities to supplement it. Seriously being in pain and still working out can cause muscle and tissue damage. Some good low impact cardio like swimming can help your body heal and still get a workout in. Just listen to your body and remember that you don't have to hit it hard everyday recovery is just as important! Hope this helps!

williamwj2014

Well your just starting out, the soreness is normal. Make sure your getting rest at night and eating enough carbs/protein to recover. Drink plenty of water too..

bigorangemichael

One thing that helps my soreness from running and/or spinning is swimming. It's a great time of year for getting in a few laps at an outdoor pool.