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A less common cause of exercise-related leg pain is exercise-induced compartment syndrome. This condition is more often associated with a recent increase in leg muscle mass and causes intense leg pain, cramping, and a tight feeling in the leg muscles with activity.
Spine disease â Since nerves in the thigh muscles run through the spine, compression of the spinal canal from discs or degenerative arthritis may lead to a sensation of thigh tightness. Muscle strain â A new activity or increased exercise intensity can cause thigh discomfort. Tendonitis â Just as muscles can be strained, tendons (which connect muscles to bones) can be inflamed or irritated. This is especially true after injury or an unusual activity. There are other, rarer causes. See your doctor. Stretching may be all you need. But the treatment depends on the cause so getting a diagnosis is an important first step.