New Member - Arrrgh my quads, help my quads

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Morning forum people, I am Andy, a new member. I have been into the road cycle racing scene for 40 years, but now don't ask me why - but I have a massive urge to go running - Not a bad thing I guess lol. I have started running up to 2 miles distance, but after each run my quads are shot, literally, I have to have painkillers and limp around for several days thereafter. Is there some sort of compression quad support that I can wear while running ? I am desperate to get through this pain barrier. Any help or advice much appreciated. TIA Andy

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I don't think quad supports are what you need, sounds like DOMS.   Perhaps this is after 40 years of cycling and using new/different muscles.   It should improve.   Don't run too fast, gentle easy running.   Then take a rest day from running before next run.

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Thank you

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I hope it sorts itself out quickly, DOMS can be very painful.