problem doing cardio on the treadmill

DAYS · 05-06-2009, 03:19 PM

I never had to do cardio until now. My body fat is relatively low and always looking shredded @ 140lbs. I just started running on the treadmill last week because I'm gaining a few lbs in school because there is nothing to do around here and i sit around all day. I was wondering if its just me or are there people out there who after running around 10+ minutes on the treadmill and the tibia muscle (shins) start to get sore. I run for 30 minutes (HIIT), 5min warm up @3.5 then switch back & forth from 7.5 to 3.5 after one minute each until reaching 30min. I am flatfooted. Could that be a reason? I just started running 3x/wk (mon/wed/fri) and the soreness relatively heals on my rest days but it comes back on the days that I run. If I continue running with this condition, is it possible that it worsens to a stress fracture or is this considered a normal reaction? Thanks in advance for all the feedback.

P.S. I wear Reebok Classics to the gym (always comfy) maybe It's because I'm not wearing proper running shoes?

DJAuto · 05-06-2009, 03:21 PM

Having flat feet can cause medial tibial issues (shin splints).

Luckylefty811 · 05-06-2009, 04:20 PM

i have the same problem i bought some nike shox running sneakers and tried to right a little bit lighter on my feet and it seems to help. also make your strides longer if you can while running and it should help with the tendinitis. i also stretch my calves a lot before hitting the treadmill.

wolfbaden6 · 05-06-2009, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by DJAuto

Having flat feet can cause medial tibial issues (shin splints).

This. Ice your shins, man.

And get shoes with an arch in them. Or buy a Dr. Scholls arch insert. Whatever you think works better.

chicago-vince · 05-06-2009, 04:35 PM

I've had the same problem. These have helped:

- MOST IMPORTANT: Buy new shoes with great arch support (Asics work best for me)
- After a long walking warmup (10 minutes @ 3.5mph) stop and massage your shins, then SLOWLY start your run
- Ice and massage your shins after your run
- Alternate running with other forms of cardio until your shins strengthen up
- Do not wear Chucks, sandles, or any other flat footed shoes EVER - On an average day I walk 2+ miles between home, work and school and this seemed to help me out a lot

I feel your frustration! Good luck.