Calf cramps

[groundhog]

I did PLB today and those calf raises caused a cramp that will not let go in my calves..I am walking around the house like I just got done riding a bull or something..any of you get these?? How do you get them to ease up...took two muscle relaxers did not work..help..ouch!!

 

[trevor]

Cramps can be caused by ionic imbalances within the muscle fibers. You may need more potassium in your diet.
T.

 

[groundhog]

I will try eating a banana before working out then, its a little better today but still got a ouch factor..thanks for your suggestion

 

[Carol_is_fit]

I agree with Trevor. Or, it could also be simply that you weren't stretched out enough before and/or after the calf work. Maybe next time don't do them all, and see what happens? Or take a stretch break in between? If you get cramps in your calves at night while sleeping, that is usually due to an electrolyte imbalance. Hope you feel better soon!!

Carol

 

[groundhog]

Just got them doing the calf raises in plb, maybe a will stretch in between sets of those then, thanks..they are feeling better today..I think I just was not used to that exercise