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How do you deal with shin splints when running? (lemm.ee)

submitted 2 months ago by Sundial@lemm.ee to c/fitness@lemmy.world

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I noticed it's considerably worse when I run outside on the street/sidewalk as opposed to on a treadmill. I usually run first thing in the morning so I've taken a few minutes to stretch my legs thinking that may be the cause but it hasn't really helped. The only other thing I can think of is that I have flat feet.

Anyone else deal with this and have an idea on how to overcome it?

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[–] will_a113@lemmy.ml 8 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Softer running surface and better/newer shoes are the usual answers. Asphalt and especially concrete are much harder than your treadmill surface so your shins are taking more shock with each strike. If you can shift some of your run to turf or natural surfaces that will help.

The other thing is to check your shoes and change them every 300-500 miles or so. A running store employee can usually watch your gait and make suggestions about the right kind of support, padding, etc for you.

[–] Sundial@lemm.ee 1 points 2 months ago

I recently bought new running shoes that are pretty comfy. They helped slightly, but not enough. I'll look into running in parks or something without concrete.