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Shin Pad · 07-09-2008, 01:24 AM

I've been running since 1967. I used to get shin splints, but getting the right kind of running shoes has eliminated the problem for me. Go into a place like the Running Room - they have a very knowledgeable staff who can help you select they type that are right for you.

Also, as mentioned above, proper stretching and warm ups help. As much as possible, run on softer surfaces - ie - around a track or on grassed areas as opposed to running on pavement or concrete - running on hard surfaces all the time is a huge factor in giving you shin splints. I know it's almost impossible to do your entire run on grassed areas, but use the grassed areas beside the paths, etc. as much as you can.

07-09-2008, 01:24 AM	#9
Shin Pad Lifetime Suspension Join Date: Oct 2001 Exp:	I've been running since 1967. I used to get shin splints, but getting the right kind of running shoes has eliminated the problem for me. Go into a place like the Running Room - they have a very knowledgeable staff who can help you select they type that are right for you. Also, as mentioned above, proper stretching and warm ups help. As much as possible, run on softer surfaces - ie - around a track or on grassed areas as opposed to running on pavement or concrete - running on hard surfaces all the time is a huge factor in giving you shin splints. I know it's almost impossible to do your entire run on grassed areas, but use the grassed areas beside the paths, etc. as much as you can. Last edited by Shin Pad; 07-09-2008 at 01:46 AM.