I have shin splints so my mom is making me rest up from running but i really want to go for a run what can i d

Question

it hurts soo bad when i run

but i LOVE doing it sooo much

and i want a good workout to burn just as many calories

i useually run for 15-20 min

4-3km

i am 15

Answer 1

just listen to your body! if you want to run, then do it and if you end up getting hurt then its your fault. Make sure that it is shin splints and not a stress fracture or anything like that.

If you cant run, i would try biking or an elliptical.

I think shin splints usually get better as you run because it has to do with the muscles warming up so if it hurts when you run it may not be shin splints...

Answer 2

I had shin splints when I first started running.  I went to a shoe store that specialized in running shoe and they look at my running form. then they recommended another running shoe for me.  I went running in the new shoes and had no pain.  I've run eleven marathons since then. sometimes you just have to get the right shoe that fits you running form.

Answer 3

I used to get those but I was told by a fitness instructor, if you can to ignore them and keep running.  I used to run almost 4 mile 6 times a week on the roads and now 15-20 years later I'm having problems with my knee and ankle joints, so take heed

Answer 4

Ice your shins with an soft ice pack for 10-15 minutes 3X/day, this will reduce inflamation and soreness, take advil if needed.  Slower your pace, shorten your stride and take walk breaks.  Don't do too much too soon.  Thats what causes shin splints.  Do some heel lifts on the stairs to strengthen your calves/shins.  Stand on the edge of the stair (hold on to rail for support)  lower your heels, hold for 10-20 seconds 5 repeats  and then go on your tip toes and hold for 10-20 seconds 5 repeats, do this 3 times per day.  You don't have to run every day, condition your self first before adding mileage.

Good luck.

Answer 5

Marshmallow had a good stretch which I have used after each run, particularly when I was younger. Also can put your lower legs on the ground (together) and sit on your feet - a good stretch. Always have good correct shoes. It is an injury and you should not run on it. You could go aqua jogging in a pool which is really good for keeping fit when you are injured. Swimming and cycling are good to. Also when you get running again run on soft surfaces. Often more of a proble when you are young and your body is growing.

Answer 6

maybe their are cause by your shoes...

And you listen to your mom and your body both of them are telling you to stop