Runner's Training Tips: Hamstring Pain

I started experiencing hamsting pain shortly after starting my first half  marathon.  It stopped after about 2 miles,so I continued without any pain, but for the following two days, my hamstrings have been quite sore.  I have been stretching.  I am wondering should I jog my scheduled 8 miles although my hamstring are still sore, or should I decrease my mileage, or just take off a day or two?  Any help would be greatly appreciated.  D

Resting, massage and stretching are all good ways to relieve pain.  Taking a day off here and there does wonders for the body and soul.  Mix up runs and put in light with hard runs also helps.

I had a similar problem.  I started doing strength work, particarly targeting my Quads and Hamstrings.  The problem went away.  There is no substitute for strong Quads; Hamstrings, Glutes, Abs, Calves and Shoulders for a runner! 

Don't bulk up.  Just light weights and high reps 2-3 times a week will do wonders.