How To Avoid Shin Splints And Stress Fractures

Step It Up Gradually

Another primary reason runners develop shin splints and stress fractures is because they often attempt to do too much, too soon. This applies to both beginners and seasoned runners. If you are starting to take up running, try speed walking for more of the distance than running. Additionally, don’t try to push your body to the point of collapse when it comes to distance. As well, for those who have been running for a while, it is important to increase the intensity and distance of a run slowly. Jumping from two miles a day to five miles a few days or so later is a recipe for developing shin splints before you realize what’s happening. Try running the same distance for a couple of weeks before increasing it, and when you do extend the distance, do so in shorter increments, such as a half mile or mile.