Lower leg pain

[switchfelt]

I don't know if it is shin splint or not. I was looking around the internet and from what I understand a shin splint is pain in the posterior(inside) of the shin. Right?
My problem is after I start running, it feels like pressure/soreness on the front outside of my shin. Anyone know what this could be? I hope it's not serious.
Thanks

 

[Synpax]

'Shin splints' is term applied to all parts of your lower leg.

My advice? Make sure you have the right shoes for your stride (go to a running store and get stride/gate analysis). If you pronate, you need a shoe that gives you stability.

Then, just run and they will go away. I only get them now when I don't run for a few days and then have to 'grind' them out. Usually on longer runs they go away by mile 4. Try running a few miles every day to get them to go away.

 

[vezpolo]

if you cant get a new pair of shoes try running on softer ground like grass, it will help with the impact, which is what mostly causes the shin splint. good luck!

 

[Daisy_Girl]

If the shoes are fine, the ground is fine - then you might want to work on balancing out your "lower leg muscles".

Usually "shin splints" are the pain in the front of the shin - the anterior tibialis. This pain can be due to a muscle imbalance. The "calf" (gastrocnemius) is stronger than the anterior tibialis. If you strengthen the ant tib, then the lower leg strength is more balanced.