Any ideas on how to reduce the ache in shins after high intensity/impact work outs at the gym?

Question

Does this occur in other people?

Answer 1

Once, and i learned this,

1. Check your shoes. Shoes that do not fit properly for your weight/activity will cause pain in shins or ankles. At NewBalance stores they have people who can recommend a shoe depending on your weight, height, feet positioning and activity, for example.

2. "Shin splints" are a temporary "break in" problem which will go away with better fitness.  Do some stretching exercises before and after, such as toe taps to exercise the shin muscles.

3. Here are  the instructions for a good stretch:  stand facing a wall, put your hands up against the wall at about shoulder height, put one leg back and the other bent towards the wall and lean against the wall like you're trying to push it. The leg that you've placed back should be straight, so you should be feeling your shin, your calves, and the back of your knee stretch. Repeat with your other leg.

4. RICE therapy to reduce the pain. Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation.

Rest from the activity that caused the pain for 24 hours, try doing elliptical, instead.

Ice, take a Styrofoam cup, fill it with water, let it ice and roll on your shins to promote relief.

Compression, wear wraps for the rest of the day.

Elevation, elevate your feet over head level for some 30 minutes to help blood return and relief.