shin splints and knee pain

NaiLo

I have been exercising for about 7 months, and in the process of moving and my husband coming home from Iraq I took a 4 or 5 week break...I started up about three weeks ago but Ive started to notice that my shins are sore and the tops of my knees hurt everytime I bend down or stand up (?) I have really high arches in my feet and I am wondering if anyone has run into this problem too. I watch my legs carefully while I workout..making sure not to go out too far. I was thinking it could possibly be my shoes..they are cheap and might not give the support I need...?
would a knee brace help? any advice?

NaiLo

I have been exercising for about 7 months, and in the process of moving and my husband coming home from Iraq I took a 4 or 5 week break...I started up about three weeks ago but Ive started to notice that my shins are sore and the tops of my knees hurt everytime I bend down or stand up (?) I have really high arches in my feet and I am wondering if anyone has run into this problem too. I watch my legs carefully while I workout..making sure not to go out too far. I was thinking it could possibly be my shoes..they are cheap and might not give the support I need...?
would a knee brace help? any advice?

LostinCali

I don't know what to tell you as I have similar problems too, but I noticed you quit smoking 16 days ago and wanted to say congratulations!!

NaiLo

THANKYOU!!

Chenoachem

I had a problem with my shins until I went to a place that analyzed my stride and got shoes that worked with my feet. I also found that having tight calf and hamstring muscels can cause a lot of problems. I found that doing Yoga 5-6 days a week have made knee problems and shin splints go away.

Hope it helps.

ischmelle

Shoes, shoes, shoes...from a proper running store that analyzes your run. It has made a WORLD of difference for me. They are well worth the investment. Good luck!

time2write

Try some better shoes. Shoes with a poor fit or insufficient cushion can cause knee, shin and/or foot pain.

NaiLo

THANKYO!! im going to go buy some new shoes tonight!! I hope it helps

lenmana

Well, I just learned alot!!! I had no idea they actually had people who measure your stride and stuff. Can't wait to tell my friend whose been having shin problems after she runs!