Shin Splints! · Alberta Running

Shin Splints!

One issue many runners "run into" (ha ha) is shin splints - where the front of your lower leg feels sore AF!

Like most injuries - shin splints come from too much volume/running too soon and the muscle isn't quite strong enough to handle what you're doing - yet.

Fortunately - the shin isn't a hard muscle to train and you don't have to use a massive amount of weight to train them. Adding this exercise into your workouts or even your running warm-up can be a great way to get the muscles active and stronger

Toe Raises: https://youtu.be/YQ5jknvrsC8

Now, if you're already struggling with shin splints - below I've linked a video to help you alleviate the pain in your shin with just the use of a lacrosse/trigger point ball (you can also use a small baseball but it might be a little intense).

A.Tib Release: https://youtu.be/k1D7nZP_rpg

Hope these help you avoid shin splints so you can run further and faster pain-free!

If you have any questions or issues you're struggling with just comment on this past and I'd be happy to help!

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