&!@$%* Shin Splints!

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  • mbaker566
    mbaker566 Posts: 11,233 Member
    i might suggest resting and when your legs are ready again, try a b210k or c25k to build up slowly and hopefully avoid injury.
    and make sure you have properly fitted shoes.
  • _Waffle_
    _Waffle_ Posts: 13,049 Member
    If you're a newer runner and specifically if you're a woman (Lower bone density) you're more likely to get these. New shoes, icing the shins after a run, and stretches help but more than likely you need to back off on the miles and work on strengthening your calves and hip muscles.

    http://running.competitor.com/2014/04/injury-prevention/how-to-treat-and-beat-shin-splints_99140

    I had this in one leg earlier in the year. After 4 back to back 50+ mile weeks my right shin started bothering me. Backing off the mileage was all that was necessary to make it better. Just be patient and know that recovery is part of running. Rest when you need it.
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