Swollen Legs after a run.....

QueenB985

I'm curently doing the C25K program and after every run my legs, from my knees to my toes swell up! Is this normal?? I'm drinking a ton of water. So I shouldn't be retaining water?? Any information would help! Thanks!

wolfchild59

Not as common for the shorter distances like that, but it could be due to being new to running. I noticed it happening a bit after my long runs and now, as soon as I come home from the run I elevate my legs for about 10 minutes as that seems to eliminate most or all of the swelling.

I lay on my back with my legs on a balance ball, but on a chair, coffee table, or even straight up against a wall will all work just the same.