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How to jog properly?

Valissa47
Valissa47 Posts: 14 Member
edited December 2024 in Recipes
I've always wanted to jog but I tend to get shin splints, when I try. I've been walking about 4 miles a day since June and have lost over 20 pounds. I decided I wanted to try my hand at jogging again. I walk a little then I jog a lap, etc. But I noticed yesterday that my shins were beginning to hurt a little again. Is that normal? What am I doing wrong?

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  • mrsains
    mrsains Posts: 104 Member
    Hey there... I would suggest you ask your question in the "Fitness and Exercise" thread, you may get more responses there! Best of luck.
  • Valissa47
    Valissa47 Posts: 14 Member
    Thanks! New to the site! Still trying to find my way around!
  • alohabrie
    alohabrie Posts: 204
    I had the same problem years ago when I tried to jog. Google C25K training programs - they are a great way to get into it and remember to stretch (find a good site to show you how to do it right). I do several minutes of calf, leg and hip stretching and I haven't had any shin splints. Been jogging regularly since May. Good luck!
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