Intense pain in thighs after running...?

Question:

I have not ran in a few years and started running/jogging a week and a half ago to get back into shape. Everything was going well and I decided to really push myself and run a mile. After I got done, my inner thighs hurt so badly! It was one of the most intense pains I have felt in years! I was incapacitated for almost 15mins. I am now able to get up but my legs still hurt. I stretched before and after... Any ideas as to what this is and what I can do to prevent it?

Answers:
Since you haven't run in a while your muscles aren't used to doing that type of intense work; sometimes they will spasm or cramp as a protective mechanism and in response to increased levels of lactic acid and other metabolic by-products. When the intense pain begins gently stretch (without bouncing) and massage the affected muscle. To maximize the outcome of stretching warmup/jog for about five minutes (long enough to break a sweat) then stop and stretch - warm muscles are easier to stretch and retain elasticity better. For soreness, freeze water in paper cups, tear down the edges and use the ice to massage muscles after tough workouts. Ice is much better for soreness than heat, so to prevent soreness, ice after exercise; refrain from soaking in hot baths - thats one of the worst things to can do for your body after a tough workout - the heat only increases the swelling in your muscles that is the result of intense exercise.

Sciatic nerve pain is intense! Take it easy and don't do anymore antics for two weeks. You don't want to cause permanent damage.

Intense pain in thighs after running...?

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