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Do you suffer from shin splints? I’ve been there. Tibial Stress Syndrome is caused by:
- Over use, strained muscles
- Flat feet, or over pronation
- Weak hip and core stabilizers
- Stress Fractures
As with any minor injury, overworked muscles need rest. There are a variety of lower-impact formats that can allow overworked muscles to rest and heal while still providing an excellent workout. Consider swimming laps or try an indoor cycle class to take the place of your runs for a week. Sometimes the body just needs a little change to take the pressure off the strained muscle. Indoor cycle class is a fun and intense workout that undoubtedly challenges even the fittest of runners.
Over pronators will likely see relief by simply purchasing shoe inserts or upgrading footwear entirely. HOKA makes an incredible line of orthotic running shoes that I highly recommend. There are a number of over the counter inserts, like those sold by Happy Feet, that are designed to cushion impact. However, if store bought inserts are not cutting it, consider seeing a podiatrist to discuss orthotic inserts.
To improve core and hip strength Pilates is the simplest answer. Pilates engages the stabilizer muscles of the hips and core to to create synergy with the other muscles of the body. There is no better format to improve core strength, balance, and improve the health of your spine than Pilates. It is variable for intensity and vitally important to create a strong, well balanced physique.
If none of the simple fixes above improve your shin splints you may suffer from pain due to stress fractures. This is rare but certainly needs to be diagnosed and treated by a doctor. An x-ray will indicate if there are tiny cracks in the bone that create the pain in your shins. If that is the case, rest, inserts, and Pilates will not solve your problem. You must seek medical attention.
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In Good Health,
MV