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marcerella02 · 08-24-2009, 02:35 PM

So i've started jogging/walking in prep for a couple 5Ks that are coming up. Since it has FINALLY been cool enough to run outside- i did this both yesterday and today. Up until now I have been working out on the treadmill- for the past 2 weeks. I know the shin splints are from running on the road, however I am not willing to give this up completely as the 5Ks will both be- well outdoors

My shin splints are not so bad that I can't walk (i've had that happen before- ended up embarrassed and in the ER with what i thought was a broken leg

) but i can feel them starting. Right now I am icing my shins- but does anyone know any stretches i can do or anything to help reverse what has already happened? Or how to prevent them in the future? Tomorrow it is going to be another scorcher so I"ll be on the treadmill but would like to get back outside before the end of the week- Layla goes in her buggy and just LOVES it- can't deny her of that now can I

bebeyorkie · 08-24-2009, 02:43 PM

My 17 year old daughter gets them alot she plays soccer and runs track. Her trainer said that it's very important to always tape them up and stretch properly before and after running or workouts.

Other thing to look at is proper fitting running shoes and using some padding in shoe for support.
If they are really bothering you alot your suppose to rest and not put more pressure on it.

The icing is good keep doing it. Good Luck!

marcerella02 · 08-24-2009, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by bebeyorkie

My 17 year old daughter gets them alot she plays soccer and runs track. Her trainer said that it's very important to always tape them up and stretch properly before and after running or workouts.

Other thing to look at is proper fitting running shoes and using some padding in shoe for support.
If they are really bothering you alot your suppose to rest and not put more pressure on it.

The icing is good keep doing it. Good Luck!

Thanks for the quick response!

When you say padding- do you mean like an insole?

bebeyorkie · 08-24-2009, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by marcerella02

Thanks for the quick response!

When you say padding- do you mean like an insole?

Yeah, If you go to a sports equipment store and ask for insoles for shin splints they usually know what to give you. Out here we have Chick's and Dick's and they both carry insoles for shin splints. It's usually just for more support and don't forget to tape that has really helped my daughter.

marcerella02 · 08-24-2009, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by bebeyorkie

Yeah, If you go to a sports equipment store and ask for insoles for shin splints they usually know what to give you. Out here we have Chick's and Dick's and they both carry insoles for shin splints. It's usually just for more support and don't forget to tape that has really helped my daughter.

what do you mean by tape? I looked up some videos on Youtube- the idea seemed to be to put a barrier fabric tape on first and then tape tightly on the side that hurts and loosely on the other side at an upward angle- does this sound right?

red98vett · 08-24-2009, 03:28 PM

Oh they hurt ...I was a diver for years and had them. They can ease up if you take it easy but once you start doing repetative activity again, it seems they come back. (little suckas)

Good luck

bebeyorkie · 08-24-2009, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by marcerella02

what do you mean by tape? I looked up some videos on Youtube- the idea seemed to be to put a barrier fabric tape on first and then tape tightly on the side that hurts and loosely on the other side at an upward angle- does this sound right?

Use pre wrap first then tape around shin splints tight enough but it shouldn't stop circulation. My daughter said your description is correct.

snoopygirlaf · 08-24-2009, 03:53 PM

I got shin splints pretty bad before and what I did to alleviate the problem was icing my shine 4 times a day for 20 mins and buying an insole for my shoe that gives good arch support. Hope this helps

marcerella02 · 08-24-2009, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by bebeyorkie

Use pre wrap first then tape around shin splints tight enough but it shouldn't stop circulation. My daughter said your description is correct.

Tell your daughter thanks! I'm hoping the icing is going to help and they won't be worse tomorrow!

marcerella02 · 08-24-2009, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by red98vett

Oh they hurt ...I was a diver for years and had them. They can ease up if you take it easy but once you start doing repetative activity again, it seems they come back. (little suckas)

Good luck

man- i hope they dont' come back- i've never been this active before

so i'm hoping my body is just adjusting!

marcerella02 · 08-24-2009, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by snoopygirlaf

I got shin splints pretty bad before and what I did to alleviate the problem was icing my shine 4 times a day for 20 mins and buying an insole for my shoe that gives good arch support. Hope this helps

icing as we speak

and going to buy an insole tomorrow!

twalla · 08-24-2009, 04:41 PM

Two words....

CALF RAISES!!!!

Toes forward - 20 per day
Toes Inward - 20 per day
Toes Out- 20 per day

marcerella02 · 08-24-2009, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by twalla

Two words....

CALF RAISES!!!!

Toes forward - 20 per day
Toes Inward - 20 per day
Toes Out- 20 per day

one word- huh? lol... i have no idea what does inward, forward and out mean

and i'm not sure i know what calf raises are

twalla · 08-24-2009, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by marcerella02

one word- huh? lol... i have no idea what does inward, forward and out mean

and i'm not sure i know what calf raises are

Let me go find youtube!

twalla · 08-24-2009, 04:49 PM

YouTube - How to Exercise Your Legs : How to Do...

You dont have to use dumbells tho, you can use canned goods or nothing at all.

So she is doing toes forward

then point your toes in, towards each other

then point your toes out, away from each other

Does that make better sense?

08-24-2009, 02:35 PM	#1
marcerella02 Loved by Layla Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 11,257	Shin splints So i've started jogging/walking in prep for a couple 5Ks that are coming up. Since it has FINALLY been cool enough to run outside- i did this both yesterday and today. Up until now I have been working out on the treadmill- for the past 2 weeks. I know the shin splints are from running on the road, however I am not willing to give this up completely as the 5Ks will both be- well outdoors My shin splints are not so bad that I can't walk (i've had that happen before- ended up embarrassed and in the ER with what i thought was a broken leg ) but i can feel them starting. Right now I am icing my shins- but does anyone know any stretches i can do or anything to help reverse what has already happened? Or how to prevent them in the future? Tomorrow it is going to be another scorcher so I"ll be on the treadmill but would like to get back outside before the end of the week- Layla goes in her buggy and just LOVES it- can't deny her of that now can I __________________ http://misscanam.blogspot.com/ Layla 's Simon

08-24-2009, 02:43 PM	#2
bebeyorkie YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: california Posts: 659	My 17 year old daughter gets them alot she plays soccer and runs track. Her trainer said that it's very important to always tape them up and stretch properly before and after running or workouts. Other thing to look at is proper fitting running shoes and using some padding in shoe for support. If they are really bothering you alot your suppose to rest and not put more pressure on it. The icing is good keep doing it. Good Luck! __________________ Bebe Toby Apple Our Beautiful Shells We will forever Love You 1994-2009

08-24-2009, 03:28 PM	#6
red98vett Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston TX Posts: 33,590 Blog Entries: 1	Oh they hurt ...I was a diver for years and had them. They can ease up if you take it easy but once you start doing repetative activity again, it seems they come back. (little suckas) Good luck __________________ Villette, Chanel & Cheri www.DesignsByVillette.net Custom Address Labels and Note Cards using YOUR Photos! Just Click HERE!

08-24-2009, 03:53 PM	#8
snoopygirlaf Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Springtown, Texas, USA Posts: 292	I got shin splints pretty bad before and what I did to alleviate the problem was icing my shine 4 times a day for 20 mins and buying an insole for my shoe that gives good arch support. Hope this helps __________________ Loving my Winston

08-24-2009, 04:41 PM	#12
twalla I ♥ my Furheathens Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: VAN ALSTYNE Posts: 8,226	Two words.... CALF RAISES!!!! Toes forward - 20 per day Toes Inward - 20 per day Toes Out- 20 per day __________________ Twalla & The Furheathens