My shins hurt!!

[MrsR1980]

Hello! I'm a newbie and just attempted W1R1 - on a treadmill. I am overweight and have never ran before so I knew it would be a struggle however, my pace was good and my breathing fine. The trouble is, during the running, I got the most unbearable pain in my right shin and had to stop after 4 runs 😫 I'm gutted.

Any tips would be much appreciated!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Slow down and read the guide to the plan healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Enjoy your journey

[MrsR1980 in reply to IannodaTruffe]

I'd missed that guide 😊 Thank you, it was really useful. I think slowing down is the way forward, for now!

[BexCanRun]

I had shin splints W1 but it does wear off, just take it slow and steady with the rest days in between, good luck 🏃‍♂️

[MrsR1980 in reply to BexCanRun]

Thank you! Having read the guide above I think I'll increase the treadmill incline but slow down the pace on Wednesday 👍🏻

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

SlooooooooooooooooooooW and steady and check out the link from IannodaTruffe .

Go easy on yourself... you are your best asset... take your time

[MrsR1980 in reply to Oldfloss]

I'd missed that guide before setting off! Had a read early and learns taken on board 😊 I'll report back on Wednesday!