Shin splints - would like some work out ideas

AudreyinNC
AudreyinNC Posts: 59
in Fitness and Exercise
I have some pretty severe shin splints, they are actually bruised which Doc said is bad. Two choices, do a different low impact workout and constantly treat with wrapping and ice and anti-inflammatory meds , or sit it out two weeks (not an option). He laughed and said that's what you all say.
I'm going to quit my Jillian work outs for right now, I feel the pain pretty bad during jumping jacks, jumping rope, running etc. So that's a no brainer, wont be doing that anymore. I got the old soloflex out of storage so I'm going to start some weight training, minus the legs, maybe. But I have to order new straps since they disappeared. Any ideas? Stationary bike? That is the only other piece of equipment I have at home.

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  • nexangelus
    nexangelus Posts: 2,080 Member
    Upper body stuff for a bit...weights? TRX...are you at a gym? Lots of options there. Rowing machine?
  • BerryH
    BerryH Posts: 4,698 Member
    Have you got access to an indoor pool? Swimming and water running are the obvious alternatives until the pain has subsided. A stationary bike or cross-trainer would do the trick too.

    To prevent getting shin splints again, check your shoes are suitable for your workout, think about investing in some insoles (Sorbothane ones form Amazon helped me loads), stretch (try kneeling down and leaning back), and strengthen your shin muscles by writing out the alphabet with your toes several times a day.

    When you get back to exercising, build up gradually - do non-impact step-out style jumping jacks for example.

    Good luck! :flowerforyou:
  • AudreyinNC
    AudreyinNC Posts: 59
    Very good! Love my doc but I just wanted some opinions from my work out pals who have been there with trial and error! Thanks
  • AudreyinNC
    AudreyinNC Posts: 59
    And I am going to look at shoes this weekend and figure that out too.
  • zombilishious
    zombilishious Posts: 1,250 Member
    1. Get fitted for good shoes or an orthotiic arch at a specialty store near you
    2. Confirm you don't have a stress fracture in the bone
    3. ice and ibuprofen
  • BrianSharpe
    BrianSharpe Posts: 9,248 Member
    Once the pain and swelling has subsided (R.I.C.E.) try adding calf raises and toe raises to your workouts.

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