Shinbone pain?

TheVirgoddess

Every time I do jumping jacks or stair steps (or anything "bouncy"), my shinbones start to hurt. It's not a muscle pain, it's bone pain - and they are generally sore for hours after a work out - especially if I push them. I did day 1 of the 30 day shred today and had to sit out a good chunk of the cardio section.

Any tips to prevent an injury? I danced for 12 years another lifetime ago and probably did some damage to them. Should I cut those types of exercises out entirely? Or are there modifications I can make?

Thanks

edit: words are hard

KylaDenay

I've had the same problem when doing Insanity. I was told to make sure I am wearing the proper sneakers, have proper form and landing light on my feet with knees slightly bent and or maybe try to workout with padding underneath. I took a few weeks off for my shins to heal (I also had knee problems). After I was okay to workout again, I got a new pair of cross trainers and watched form. I have not had a problem since. I am also currently doing 30 day shred.

TheVirgoddess

I've had the same problem when doing Insanity. I was told to make sure I am wearing the proper sneakers, have proper form and landing light on my feet with knees slightly bent and or maybe try to workout with padding underneath. I took a few weeks off for my shins to heal (I also had knee problems). After I was okay to workout again, I got a new pair of cross trainers and watched form. I have not had a problem since. I am also currently doing 30 day shred.

I have a bum knee, too - luckily it's not giving me any issues yet.

I never thought about my shoes. I have some inexpensive New Balance. I'll run out this weekend and get some proper shoes.

I *think* my form is okay - all those years of dance taught me how to carry myself correctly. But I'll have my husband spot a workout for me to help.

I really appreciate your input!

xo,

Jen

tinkbaby101

I've had the same problem when doing Insanity. I was told to make sure I am wearing the proper sneakers, have proper form and landing light on my feet with knees slightly bent and or maybe try to workout with padding underneath. I took a few weeks off for my shins to heal (I also had knee problems). After I was okay to workout again, I got a new pair of cross trainers and watched form. I have not had a problem since. I am also currently doing 30 day shred.

I second getting the correct shoes. Doing HIIT wrecked my shins, knee that has an existing injury, and lower back, until I got a pair of really good shoes. And a knee brace. You may also want to consider taping for shin splints.

KylaDenay

I've had the same problem when doing Insanity. I was told to make sure I am wearing the proper sneakers, have proper form and landing light on my feet with knees slightly bent and or maybe try to workout with padding underneath. I took a few weeks off for my shins to heal (I also had knee problems). After I was okay to workout again, I got a new pair of cross trainers and watched form. I have not had a problem since. I am also currently doing 30 day shred.

I have a bum knee, too - luckily it's not giving me any issues yet.

I never thought about my shoes. I have some inexpensive New Balance. I'll run out this weekend and get some proper shoes.

I *think* my form is okay - all those years of dance taught me how to carry myself correctly. But I'll have my husband spot a workout for me to help.

I really appreciate your input!

xo,

Jen

I was using Puma running sneakers to do HIIT in my living room. Those were not the correct sneakers because they are to stiff on the soles for moving and jumping. I was told that HIIT or any circuit/interval training should require a good pair of cross trainers. I now use a pair of Nike cross trainers. They are more comfortable and have thin soles.

Your form is probably correct. I'm actually getting knee pain with 30 day shred now, but it was only a pinch.

Edit: as the poster below me mentioned...rest to let them heal. I took a month off and just did walking or less intense workouts.

ashenriver

lay off the high intensity work outs until your shins heal.

It is also important to stretch afterwards, stretch your legs and especially your calves.

Strengthen leg muscles with calf raises, and ankle exercises as well.

Google foam rolling and foam roll your shins, and don't forget to ice them afterwards.

TheVirgoddess

lay off the high intensity work outs until your shins heal.

It is also important to stretch afterwards, stretch your legs and especially your calves.

Strengthen leg muscles with calf raises, and ankle exercises as well.

Google foam rolling and foam roll your shins, and don't forget to ice them afterwards.

I do lots of stretching before and after my workouts. I'll try everything else in here.

Thanks so much guys.