Posts by Paul Hernandez8

Thanks, we do something similar here too. So that’s that, I guess.

A quick little update.
Initially, I assumed my shin splints were just due to being out of shape, which is probably true, but it’s been a month and the pain is actually getting worse. Being north of 200 pounds definitely doesn't help, but after falling down an internet rabbit hole today, I realized the culprit might actually be my running form.
Since I clearly have no idea what I'm doing, I’ve been heel-striking this whole time. Turns out, hitting the pavement with your heel first is one of the primary reasons for leg pain. You're supposed to land on the midfoot or forefoot first, letting the heel touch down second. It softens that initial impact—which is obviously what's causing all this tightness and soreness. Also, apparently, you need more "heel to butt" during the recovery phase. I won't go overboard, but I definitely need to lift my feet higher than I currently do.
Well, time to test it out.

Thanks for the link.

I’m going to try strengthening my lower legs with some weights while keeping up the light jogging, hoping the muscle strength eventually outpaces the pain. I went for a run yesterday and it was easily the worst it's been yet. Usually, the ache shows up after the run, but this time I couldn't even finish my usual route because the pain was too intense. I iced my shins as soon as I got home, which helped momentarily, but it's clearly a temporary fix. Today they feel incredibly tight; I doubt I could manage even 500 meters right now.

dustymarlin10 said:Basically, it's not the bone hurting, it's the calf muscles.

You're right about that; I checked. I initially thought it was bone pain—it certainly feels that way—but it isn't. It's muscle. To be more specific, it's the muscle right along the shin (where it attaches to the bone) on the inner side, about 4 inches above the ankle. It's happening in both legs, though the right one is significantly worse.

Here is a link describing my exact situation:
http://www.mayoclinic.org/physical-therapy/...asp?IDText=22

dustymarlin10 said:Also, running should be gradual; increase the pace as the body warms up. I notice with casual weekend warriors that they sprint at the start and then can't go anymore... Is it the same for you?

Not really. I run at a moderate pace. When I feel I've reached my limit, I just stop and walk.

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By the way, it would be helpful if you mentioned what exactly you run in.
Also, regarding those sports insoles, what kind are they and where did you get them made? (DM is fine.)

Thanks for such an exhaustive response.

I had the insoles made in San Francisco. They aren't bad—fairly comfortable—made from some sort of foam, but I feel they lacked enough support. I asked for athletic ones, but it seems I just ended up with basic ones.

As for shoes, I recently picked up some Nike. Nothing special or pricey, just a standard running model, I suppose.

Here is the last thing I noticed helps when I use ice massage right after a run.

Magnesium? Interesting...

Did you deal with similar issues and find it actually worked for you?

Christian Davis79 said:It’s almost as if I wrote this myself. I've been running for about 6 or 7 months now, mostly on a track, and the pain is constant. I run every 2 or 3 days at a steady pace—around a 10-minute mile, 3.7 miles more or less.
I've done my research and even went to get custom orthotics made, but they didn't help at all. Recently, I tried running on asphalt a few times and the shin splints were significantly worse.
I've taken a break for about 20 days, and now I'm planning to try running on some grass fields to see if it's easier on my legs than the track was.
Cycling doesn't appeal to me; it's boring, and nothing beats the feeling after a good run.
If it didn't hurt, I suppose I would just run every single day.

Honestly, it's incredibly frustrating. I run along a trail embankment, so the surface isn't hard, and despite using inserts and brand new Nike shoes, these shin splints won't go away. A little ice helps, but usually, I have to sit out for 4 or 5 days just to let the inflammation settle before I can head out again.
The worst part is how good I feel after a run; I want to be out there more often. These forced breaks are infuriating. Just when I finally build up some stamina and feel ready to pick up the pace, the shin splints strike, forcing me to rest, losing my momentum, and leaving me right back at square one.

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Maybe try cycling until your calf muscles actually develop some strength...

But that sounds incredibly tedious. Not to mention having to drop $300 or $400 on a bike first.

I’m planning on taking a break until I’ve fully recovered. Once that's done, I'll try running at the lowest possible intensity and just see what happens. If the pain returns, it’ll likely be the end of my running days. It's a shame; I actually enjoy it.
What’s most frustrating is how easy it used to be when I was younger. I could run all day without a single ache, even though I had flat feet back then—probably flatter than they are now. Maybe the issue is that I’m pushing nearly 210 lbs now after years of being inactive. 🤷Regardless, it’s incredibly annoying that I can't go for a decent run and work up a sweat without feeling like I'm dying from pain the next day. 😠

I started running about a month ago. Since day one, my knees and shins have been aching after workouts. I only run about three kilometers at a pretty low intensity because my fitness level is nonexistent and I’m trying to avoid immediate injury. The knee pain eventually subsided—likely just my body adjusting to sudden activity after years of being sedentary—but my shins are still killing me. I thought they would settle down like my knees did, but it's actually getting worse. After some digging online, I've concluded it's shin splints.
So, does anyone else deal with this? How do you manage? I've tried everything I could find: orthotics for my flat feet, stretching more before and after runs, buying new Nike shoes, and icing the area. Nothing works. It hurts during the run, immediately after, and lingers for a few days. If anyone has advice, please share. I really want to keep running, but it's hard to justify running one day only to spend five days recovering.

I had a Visa for about a year. It was a nightmare; from the moment you start spending, the bank basically owns you. Don't even get me started on the interest—who knows how much money just vanished into thin air. I barely managed to pay off the balance before rushing to the bank to cancel that cursed card once and for all. Lesson learned: if you don't have the cash, just deal with it.