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206 How to Get Rid of Shin Splints


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As a former soccer player, I know firsthand just how awful shin splints can be. The dull ache at the front of my shin made me feel like I was walking on glass shards. 😭

And don't even get me started on how clueless I was about stretching the front of my shin. Little me had no idea that was even a thing!

So instead, I spent countless hours icing my shins, crossing my fingers, and hoping the pain would magically disappear.

But the truth is, whether you're a seasoned athlete or just someone who likes to stay active, shin splints are a common and incredibly frustrating issue.

So if you're currently dealing with the agony of shin splints or just want to avoid it in the future, you're in the right place!

You’ll learn:

  • What causes Medial tibial stress syndrome (aka shin splints)
  • Why traditional treatment options like stretching and arch supports don’t really help
  • Smarter ways to build strength, flexibility, and mobility for your feet and lower legs to get rid of pain for good
All the links:
  • Medial tibial stress syndrome: evidence-based prevention. J Athl Train. 2008
  • Intrinsic factors associated with exercise-related leg pain in collegiate cross-country runners. Clin J Sport Med. 2006
  • Tibial stress reaction in runners. Correlation of clinical symptoms and scintigraphy with a new magnetic resonance imaging grading system. Am J Sports Med. 1995
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  • www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.
  • Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/
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  • 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!

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