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So I was doing really well. I started week two and got shin splints but this was last week and when I walk my left leg still hurts!!!!

I was thinking of getting back into the c25k when I feel better. Maybe be doing just week one over and over until my legs can handle it. I never thought I’d be too fat too run!!! The sad thing is i found week two actually ok and did it. The pain is unreal though. What if am just not meant to run!?

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Most new runner's aches and pains are caused primarily by the impact of running. Proper running shoes fitted after a gait analysis done at a specialist running shop are designed to minimise the impact, never try and run through pain. See the link for essential reading..

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

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Louise210

Have you got properly fitted trainers?

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IannodaTruffeMentor

Read the guide to the plan. Do all you can to minimise impact.

This might help runnersworld.com/shin-splints/

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