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[Sparkylee]

Just completed run one week one should my shins hurt as much as they do ?

[Nenenene Graduate]

Well done on starting!

I'm no expert, but when I started I got sore shins as well, and to avoid it, I slowed down a little, focused on landing softly on my feet and ran on dirt instead of asphalt.

Maybe you can try doing some of that as well? Just to see if it helps?

Hope it works out for you and happy running!

/Nene

[Sparkylee Graduate in reply to Nenenene]

Thanks I'm 48 and have never been a runner did a lot of cycling but virtually zero exercise for the last 20 years or so

[Nenenene Graduate in reply to Sparkylee]

I lurked around a fair bit here before I posted anything and there are lots of people of all ages here and there are both running newbies and more experienced runners here, so you are in good company.

I don't know if you've already read it, but there is a post which I found helpful with lots of information about what to expect during the Couch to 5 K plan. I'll leave the link for you and you can read it if you feel like it. healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Happy running!