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Subject: Calf Cramps while Swimming

This week's Triathlon Minute is LIVE: "Calf Cramps while Swimming" - check it out here:

http://d3multisport.com/category/triathlon-minute/



2013-08-09 6:58 PM
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Thanks, Mike.

This is very helpfull. I had been struggling with cramps in my arches and calves for awhile. I tried making sure I was well hydrated and took salt tabs and still had problems. My problems would only occur during masters swim class; not during my individual work outs.

Your video answers my questions. The cramps were likely from fatigue and increasing my swim distance to rapidly (masters swim).

Thanks again,

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2013-08-09 8:42 PM
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Huge! Thanks!
2013-08-09 9:55 PM
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Thanks Guys! Don't forget to scroll through the other 1 minute vids to see if you pick up more info. It's only 1 minute and it's well worth it!

2013-08-10 9:36 PM
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I notice that I got calf cramps a lot when ramping up my running.
This week I had bad calf cramps, after a hard bike the day before.
This time around my cramps got so bad that now 4 days later my calfes are still sore.
2013-08-10 9:48 PM
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Subject: RE: Calf Cramps while Swimming
Make sure you ice, take in extra salt, and massage your lower legs or foam roll - sides, front and back!


2013-08-10 10:06 PM
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Thanks for the tip.
I have been wearing my compression sleeves for a few days now.
Did not think about the massaging or icing...
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