jogging without stopping/shinsplints

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moreno89
moreno89 Posts: 210 Member
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i go for a jog 6 days a week, i just started jogging again after a month of just power walking due to shin splints.I always find myself getting tired and walk for a bit then jog again i jog more than i walk but i'm worried that if i don't take a break and walk i might get shin splints again,although my shins don't hurt when i'm jogging but my calves do,any advice on how to go all the way without stopping? and am i just paranoid?

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  • DeanneLea
    DeanneLea Posts: 261
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    I was the same way and turns out, it was my shoes. I was in so much pain and couldn't run far at all. I'd come home and my shins and knees would hurt so bad. So, I decided to try new shoes. Within a few days, the previous pain was gone and I've had no issues since then. I was shocked that shoes had such an impact.

    I hope you can find a solution, I know how frustrating it is!!
  • moreno89
    moreno89 Posts: 210 Member
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    may have to give that a try! thanks :) congrats on your weight loss that's amazing :)
  • DeanneLea
    DeanneLea Posts: 261
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    Thanks so much!
  • soccermoma11
    soccermoma11 Posts: 126
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    I found shoes make the world of difference I get shin splints so easily I got them while in holland walking around and than came home to a big soccer tourny I couldn't walk pain free for the longest time as well as a pulled hip flexor and a back injury... I got orthotics for my shoes and now I have no more pain! IT was so worth the big bucks.
  • XFallenAngel
    XFallenAngel Posts: 3
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    Ascis Kayano 18s worked very well for me, it eliminated all lower back pain as well as pain in my eyes. Definitely the best running shoes Ive ever owned, I recommend the female equivalent of those shoes. You wont regret it!
  • DrBorkBork
    DrBorkBork Posts: 4,099 Member
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    why do you need to get all the way without stopping? Look into the Galloway method. He uses a walk-run-walk method for Marathons and has had plenty of clients set PRs for themselves using this method. I even got a new PR on a mile recently using his method. The theory behind it is that by shifting between walking & running, you're using different muscle groups, and placing less stress on them by alternating, thus lowering your risk of injury.
  • yo_andi
    yo_andi Posts: 2,178 Member
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    The secret to combating shin splints is STRETCHING. A lot of stretching. And hydrating. And stretching. Oh, and the shoes are a no-brainer.

    Here's an article I always refer to!

    http://www.squidoo.com/shin-splint-stretches

    I practically live in cleats for about 7 months out of the year due to playing field sports. As you can imagine, they don't offer the best support and cushioning so shin splints are pretty much a constant in my life. Definitely check out the article above, it's helped me in so many ways!
  • piratesaregrand
    piratesaregrand Posts: 356 Member
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    I agree with the shoes!

    A number of sports shoe shops here do a fitting, where they look at your feet, and how you walk and run, and then find the shoes to match.

    I was fitted with some new balance 880's and I love them
  • mikek333
    mikek333 Posts: 78 Member
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    What worked for me was quitting running then after the shin splints healed starting again and increasing speed/distance much slower. I hope you have good luck.
  • moreno89
    moreno89 Posts: 210 Member
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    why do you need to get all the way without stopping? Look into the Galloway method. He uses a walk-run-walk method for Marathons and has had plenty of clients set PRs for themselves using this method. I even got a new PR on a mile recently using his method. The theory behind it is that by shifting between walking & running, you're using different muscle groups, and placing less stress on them by alternating, thus lowering your risk of injury.
    oh good! i do that but i just thought it would be more beneficial if i ran the whole time. thanks that's good to know :)
  • moreno89
    moreno89 Posts: 210 Member
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    thanks so much to you all.
  • Starklover
    Starklover Posts: 57
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    I get horrible shin splints, even though this wont help you for running, but my chiropractor told me that standing with your back against a wall and flexing your toes up strengthens the muscles in the front of your calve and can help with shin splints. i have only been doing it for a week or so, twice a day doing 3 sets of 20 lifts, but it seems to be helping. Also if you have a friend/SO who can help, sitting down and having your legs straight out have them help you stretch your calves/shins by gently pulling your toes down to the floor, and then gently pushing them back towards you... the combination of this has really helped me!
  • AshleyTaylor2017
    AshleyTaylor2017 Posts: 155 Member
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    I agree with the shoes! Go get fit for shoes at a running store! This has helped me so much! Also stretch, ice, and drink lots of water!! And listen to your body. If your really sore...it might be time to take a day or two off and rest so you dont get hurt!

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