I’m hoping that someone may be able to help me solve a problem. My wife is a talented triathlete, winning her age group (55-59) in several major triathlons over the past two years. She has signed up to do a full ironman distance (2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, 26.2 mile run) in Wisconsin but she can't seem to swim past 1200-1400 meters before she gets leg cramps. She has consulted local swim coaches, tried all their suggestions and nothing works. It's a real problem and she is thinking of giving up on the race. Since she is 57 this may be her last shot at doing something she’s wanted to do for years. She has tried hydrating (with water and tonic water), stretching, had her technique evaluated for mechanics, etc. has anyone else had this problem and if so, what the solution? I’m desperate to help her but don’t know where else to turn. If you know of anyone who might be able to help, please let me know. Thank you.
Bruce
StretchingWhen you have a leg cramp than physical exercise is the best thing to get rid of leg cramps. Walking like a simple exercise also performs miracles Walking will be the cause of pain but if the strain is tolerant, then stroll for some time, and you will feel better soon.
When you have a leg cramp, immediately stretch the affected area for 20-30 second at a time, then massage the area slowly to relax tight muscles.
You can also take a simple walk to free your tighten muscles.
To reduce the chances of cramps in the night, spread your leg muscles before going to bed. The best way to do this is to ride a stationary bicycle for 10 minutes before going to bed.
MassageYou can also take a massage to get rid of leg cramps fast. As massaging can helps in improving circulation in the tissue, which provides a rush of new fluid to relax the tense muscle.
First, you need to take coconut oil and make it warm.
Apply this warm coconut oil to the affected area and massage your cramped muscles.
After a massage, cover the area with a warm towel for 2-3 hours.
Repeat this home remedies for leg cramps as needed.
StretchingWhen you have a leg cramp than physical exercise is the best thing to get rid of leg cramps. Walking like a simple exercise also performs miracles Walking will be the cause of pain but if the strain is tolerant, then stroll for some time, and you will feel better soon.
When you have a leg cramp, immediately stretch the affected area for 20-30 second at a time, then massage the area slowly to relax tight muscles.
You can also take a simple walk to free your tighten muscles.
To reduce the chances of cramps in the night, spread your leg muscles before going to bed. The best way to do this is to ride a stationary bicycle for 10 minutes before going to bed.
MassageYou can also take a massage to get rid of leg cramps fast. As massaging can helps in improving circulation in the tissue, which provides a rush of new fluid to relax the tense muscle.
First, you need to take coconut oil and make it warm.
Apply this warm coconut oil to the affected area and massage your cramped muscles.
After a massage, cover the area with a warm towel for 2-3 hours.
Repeat this home remedies for leg cramps as needed.
