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I can't run!
I really can't run (I get shin splints)! I think it must be genetic because so many people in my family get horrible shin splints! I took dance classes every day in high school and we had a special floor in the studio, when it came time to dance for rehearsals at the theater (the flooring was hardwood) I would instantly get shin splints and be in pain for weeks.
That's why I can't run, not even on a treadmill. But, when I have ran in the past I love the workout on the rest of my body (abs, arms, everything). I'm on a very limited budget for a gym membership and I would even love to do outside workouts during the summer time so I don't have to join a gym until the fall. Does anyone have any great workout recommendations that I can do on my own without paying a lot of money!?
Re: I can't run!
I get shin splints too, but I've figured out they're really just evidence of me trying to do too much too fast. If you build your runs you should be okay. Also, make sure you have the correct type of shoe for your foot, and are running with correct form. The middle of your foot should hit the pavement instead of the heel like when you're walking. Doing all of this really helped my shin splints and got me running more!
There are also exercises you can do to strengthen those muscles. I can't think of them off the top of my head, but maybe google can help you.
ETA: Also, try and run on pavement, not cement (i.e. sidewalks) Asphalt is a little softer than cement.
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#1: You need to get new running shoes. You need to go to a specific running shoe store where they watch you walk and identify what kind of shoes you need. Some people as they walk strike on the outside of their foot and roll in to the middle and others do the opposite. I'm betting you are doing the first.
#2: Then I'd recommend some strengthening for you from either a trainer at the gym who is knowledgeable or from a physical therapist.
I used to get shin splints all the time until I strengthened my feet, and legs.
There are many causes of shin splints, including:
a sharp increase in activity
a change to a hard or uneven training or running surface
improper or worn-out footwear
weak core muscles
inflexibility in the muscles of the lower leg, specifically the calves
weak muscles in the front of the legs
Because we know what can cause shin splints, it becomes easy to create a list of activities that can actually help get rid of shin splints.
Decrease activity or make sure that you gradually increase your activity.
Run or exercise on softer surfaces.
Choose your footwear wisely.
Change worn-out shoes replaced every 300-500 miles, or every 3-6 months--whichever comes first.