Though hard to prevent, the pain of a leg cramp can be managed relatively quickly. Know what to do should one strike — day or night.
Nothing puts a damper on exercise faster than a muscle cramp early in the going. Cramps in a calf are among the most common problems associated with exercise, especially in heat or humidity. But even though it’s common, the cause remains uncertain.
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Determine your target heart rate based on your age and your activity.
Monitor your calorie intake for optimum performance.
Track your run, speed, and overall well-being. Download a runner’s log.
Be sure to check out The Novice Runner: Foot Care — Put your best foot forward.
Join a local run club: Philadelphia, Manayunk, Valley Forge, and more.
Use this simple formula to make sure you’re drinking the right amount of water each day.
Tell us why you run, the challenges you've overcome, or anything else that captures the spirit of this one-of-a kind race.
Measure your distance and elevation, plot new running routes, or find local trails.
