shin splints? input wanted

ilikecupcakes6
ilikecupcakes6 Posts: 7 Member
edited November 11 in Fitness and Exercise
I don't run very much just because I'm not a big fan, I've had my shoes for over a year and they usually do really well but I've noticed lately when I go to the gym and use ellipticals, stationary bikes, treadmills ect. I start to get shin splints, but only while I'm on the machine, not after. Any idea on why and how to fix it? I assume I just need new shoes but I'm not sure what kind to get.

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  • So_Much_Fab
    So_Much_Fab Posts: 1,146 Member
    Your shoes might very well be the issue. You'll want to go to a running store (not a big box sporting goods store) and get fitted for the right shoes for you.
  • Cherimoose
    Cherimoose Posts: 5,208 Member
    If you're not running, any low-heeled shoe that you find comfortable, like Keds, skateboard shoes, Merrells, Converse, etc.
  • ilikecupcakes6
    ilikecupcakes6 Posts: 7 Member
    Tried wearing converse this time, same results :/
  • yopeeps025
    yopeeps025 Posts: 8,680 Member
    Try to do some toe raises with some weight. I used to use the ez curl bar to do them.
  • SueInAz
    SueInAz Posts: 6,592 Member
    Shin splints are often an overuse problem. Are you taking rest days? Treadmills set at zero incline can also cause shin splints. Set it to at least .5%.
  • Lalalindaloo
    Lalalindaloo Posts: 204 Member
    Yep. I run and walk on the treadmill and will get shin splints if there is no incline. Set at least a low incline, stretch before starting and that should help. It does for me!
  • upsaluki
    upsaluki Posts: 553 Member
    Getting fitted with running shoes solved my shin splint issues. I used to get them bad when I played racquetball too. They put me in a stability shoe that stopped my foot from rolling.
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