Knee & Shin Pain

skeck
skeck Posts: 46
edited September 26 in Fitness and Exercise
I ran my first 5K this past Sunday. My body was most likely not ready as I had never run 3.1 miles before. But, I made it and I made it in a decent time. However, my knees and shins are killing me and hindering my ability to work out for the past few days.

I did stretch afterward and I have great running shoes that were fitted for my gait.

Any insight or advice on what I am doing wrong or how to make them feel better?

Thanks!!! :)

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  • darrenham
    darrenham Posts: 110 Member
    Stretching has no impact on injury or pain after a work-out or exercise session.

    If you're just aching and sore, then rest and time is the only remedy.

    If you're actually injured, see a doctor.
  • mfp_1
    mfp_1 Posts: 516 Member
    Sounds like you've got shin splints.
    http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003177.htm
  • ldon37
    ldon37 Posts: 145 Member
    Rest, ice, and ibuprofen:wink: And keep stretching!
  • TheIncredibleShrinkingDan
    TheIncredibleShrinkingDan Posts: 19 Member
    My body was most likely not ready as I had never run 3.1 miles before. But, I made it and I made it in a decent time. However, my knees and shins are killing me and hindering my ability to work out for the past few days.

    I think you might have figured this one out by yourself! :-)

    Had you built up to near 3.1 miles in training beforehand or did you wake up and decide to run a 5k?

    If it was the latter 3.1 miles let alone RACING 3.1 miles without preparation would do it!

    Hydrate, ibuprophen, rest, ice, maybe wrap your knees, and elevate them. Good luck! ;-)
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