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There are some stretches to try, just google "shin splints". The best thing to do (is you haven't done so already) is to get the running shoes properly fitted in a specialist running shop. They will analyse your gait and advise what type you need. Shin pain is frequently caused by over- or underpronation that is easily…
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Bump for later. Thanks!
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This is perfectly normal. You feet stay in the same place and blood circulation gets sluggish. Try lifting them a bit on each step, or rotating backwards to change the pressure. Also, make sure your laces are not tight - I keep mine completely loose and it helps a lot.
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Miss Piggy: "Never eat more than you can lift."
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An easy way to cook eggs is to steam them, works well for either hard or soft, and no peeling. Break an egg into a lightly oiled or buttered ramekin, cover with foil, place the ramekins into a steamer for 7-10 mins. Season and eat, no mess.
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Sounds great! Thanks for sharing.
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Sigma PC15 HRM watch is not too bad and a bit less expensive £35: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sigma-PC15-Heart-Rate-Monitor/dp/B000G4YOUM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1345362971&sr=8-1 I use a previous model which is no longer available, the strap is compatible with most gym machines (that take Polar), and the battery life is good.
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To get a lactic acid build-up you must be exercising at 50-80% of you maximum aerobic capacity, or peak oxygen intake. This can only be sustained for a few minutes, and given that you are reasonably fit, is definitely not the level of effort you would expect in week 2 of C25k. Here's an article on two general causes of…
