What is causing this calf pain?
It sounds like to me you definitely had a “charley horse” in your calf muscle most likely caused by exercising and being dehydrated. Those hurt so very bad and the pain and soreness can last for a few days afterwards. I found this info for you on web md: What are nighttime leg cramps? Nighttime (or nocturnal) leg cramps are usually sudden spasms, or tightening, of muscles in the calf. But the muscle cramps can sometimes happen in the thigh or the foot. They often occur just as you are falling asleep or waking up. These painful cramps can last a few seconds to a few minutes. These leg cramps are also called charley horses. What causes nighttime leg cramps? Though nighttime leg cramps are common, experts don’t know exactly what causes them. But most of the time it is not because of illness. Some of the things that may cause leg cramps include: Getting too much exercise or overusing the muscles. Standing on concrete for a long time, sitting for a long time, or putting your legs in awkward
