On the contrary, it is helpful to walk as much as possible even when
pain in the calf and buttock muscles causes discomfort. It is important to
“walk through” intermittent claudication if possible as this encourages the
growth of new blood vessels and eventually leads to a considerable
improvement in walking. Start out from a fixed point such as your house
and walk as many paces as possible. The next day add a few steps further
and increase the distance a little each day.