Day one, thought my breathing would be the problem, no... shin splints, any suggestions ?
Shin splints ?: Day one, thought my breathing... - Couch to 5K
Shin splints ?
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Buddy34Graduate
Great forgetting started. Just go slow and slower again if needed and try to land as softly as possible so no thud thud. Try to land your feet underneath you so you're not over striding. Good luck 😊
This has helped me and others
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Thanks for all the info, much appreciated..

IannodaTruffeMentor
Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.
This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...
and includes advice on minimising impact, stretching after every run and strengthening exercises, all of which will help.
Enjoy your journey.
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Thank you, read and inwardly digested... onwards and upwards.....

Speedy60Graduate
Some people recommend compression socks. I've never tried them. 🤷♀️
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