Walk It Off
The phrase “walk it off” is probably something that is often heard from a coach or a father when a mild injury happens. Though it is not advisable to “walk off” an injury, especially in the legs, it can help ease the pain experienced from leg cramping. But only if the pain being experienced is confirmed to be from a leg cramp.
When experiencing leg cramps in the calf area, one way to naturally stretch the legs and relieve the tension in the muscle is by walking on the heels with the toes pointing upward. Walking in this manner will activate the muscles on the front of the shin. Using the muscles opposite the calves will stretch them out and help the muscles relax.
It is important to remember that this remedy is only recommended for leg cramps in the calf area. It may not be as effective for the quadriceps, hamstrings, or feet. It may even worsen the muscle contractions in the affected area.
