Shin splints

[PURPLEQUEEN79]

I’m doing couch to 5 k, in week 3. Started to get skin splints, though not as bad as previously. I’ve got good trainers, I’m stretching before and after and applying I’ve after. Anything else I could be doing?

[AnnieW55]

Check to make sure you’re landing foot is under your hips - no overstriding (landing with your foot ahead of your hips) as that puts a lot of unnecessary stress on your lower legs. Hope you get sorted.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Shin splints, along with most joint issues for new runners, are caused by impact. To reduce the effect, reduce the impact.

Slow down, avoid overstriding, as suggested by AnnieW55, avoid heelstriking, run on treadmill or grass, wear proper running shoes fitted after a gait analysis done at a specialist running shop. Stretch after every run.

This may help runnersworld.com/shin-splints/

[millyj]

Hey Purple Queen. I’ve suffered for years with them and it put me off running. Started the C25K and actually got them after week one while running in the rain one day from my car to the shop. Go figure. Anyway. None of the options mentioned by others helped me very much. So I spent time on YouTube and got some strengthening exercises and also invested in a foam roller. Huge difference. Keep us posted.