I get stiff legs when running?

Question

i've ran cross country and track for 2 years and this season for cross country practice i started having really stiff legs during cross country practice, so stiff sometimes that i cant sprint. When i start a long distance run, the stiffness will stay with me, and my lower legs get sore by the second mile. All of the stretches i have tried arent working. Any tips greatly appreciated

Answer 1

i do cross country and track too and when ever i have really stiff legs its usually because i didn't stretch after my last run. however if this is not you then maybe try some leg swings.

Answer 2

If your legs hurt after 2 miles get some water since your legs cramp up when your dehydrated. Also this is a good idea jog 0.5 mile very slowly then stop to stretch. Make sure your staying hydrated.

Answer 3

stretch before and after you run, as well as take an ice bath weekly, and take a hot bath every night, also try to warm up before you run to try to avoid that.