The topic of pain in the shin area (front of the lower leg) is the most asked about ailment. I have suffered from shin pain and it will shut you down faster than anything. I have found that with me the first thing I need to do when I start having any shin pain is check my shoes. Shin pain for me is a big indicator that it is time for new running shoes and new insoles. I usually buy both at the same time. The shoes that have worked for me are Asics running shoes. They have all types of running shoes and you can expect to pay a minimum of about $50.00. There are many great styles of running shoes out there so if you are not sure what to buy go to a store that has a trained staff like Run On or Lukes Locker. They will watch you run and ask you questions and let you try on all types of shoes before you make a decision. These guys know what they are talking about because most of their employees are runners or at the very least exercise to stay fit. I also am a big believer in good insoles in the new shoes. I usually buy a new pair of Spenco Polysorb Insoles when I purchase my new shoes. I take out the insoles that came with the shoes and trim the Spenco insoles to fit the new shoes. It is like running on pillows. Lastly, check out the stretching video at Runnersworld under the category of The Runner's Body and then click on the shin/calf video. It is an excellent video that is easy to follow and may help relieve some of the pain. I hope this post is helpful. The best advice I can forward on to you is what has worked for me. Show up and make it count!
For additional information on Asics, Run On, Lukes Locker, Spenco or Runnersworld just click on their name above to be redirected to their websites.
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