C25K - Shin Splints

ralevin
ralevin Posts: 131 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Hi Everyone,
I've been doing C25K for several months now (each "week" really takes me 3-4 weeks to get past it). I'm now at the point where I can run 2 miles (20 minutes at 6.0 mph), which is the first time I've ever been able to run more than a half mile at once.
However, when I run, I get terrible shin splints, and they've gotten to the point where my shins hurt while walking for 2-3 days after running.
I don't want to stop the program, and would like to compete in a 5k some time this spring or summer, but I don't know how to get past the shin splints. Other than long term rest, is there any way to treat (and even better, prevent) shin splints?
Thanks!

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  • SaraEllie80
    SaraEllie80 Posts: 20 Member
    Shin splints are a real pain (no pun intended!) to deal with because of their location. I have extremely tight calf muscles and have battled shin splints over the years-- it can definitely be a reason for your shin splints. Be sure to really (i mean really) stretch your calf prior to a run, ensure that you are wearing proper running shoes (preferably ones that a runner or other kind of experienced sales rep) can properly fit you in the kind that you need and be sure to ice your shins after each run-- it will help to keep the inflammation down.

    Hope that helps!
  • Trail_Addict
    Trail_Addict Posts: 1,340 Member
    Here's a thread that answers your question (popular topic for new runners).

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/322021-help-with-your-shin-splints
  • charlotteclampitt
    charlotteclampitt Posts: 1
    There is something you can have done.....however not fun. If you know a good massage therapist they should know how to help you. Basically they will need to apply firm pressure on each side of your shin (Not on bone) starting at the base of the foot and push up toward the knee slowly. Must do each side of the shin. Painfull but very effective. Ice afterwards. It will make a difference.

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