Yogging...

[Mudsimus]

When you start running again get proper shoes and take it real slow. Short slow runs with high cadence and two days rest between, slowly increasing mileage.

[Kalahari Vegmot]

To summorise: Wait how long?

The biggest issue here is starting too quick, not the shoes, although it'll make a difference?

[MBMtbGirl]

Shoes make all the difference. I don't know where you are based, but get a proper gait analysis done by a decent running shoe store to determine your footfall - they will then recommend the right shoe for you. Iv learned many expensive lessons with shoes, but went to RUN specialist store in CPT, had the checks done and now Iv been injury and pain free. Im Sport Science qualified myself, so just annoyed that I didn't do this from the get-go.

Also agree with Trailrat - increase distance only by 10% per week.

[Rocket-Boy]

Not accurate enough unfortunately- is it sore where the muscle is against the bone?

I would answer this man's question ^ everyone else will be speculating as to what it is.

[Kalahari Vegmot]

Not accurate enough unfortunately- is it sore where the muscle is against the bone?

Jebooo...

[Mudsimus]

Jebooo...

Shin splints. Rest. Change shoes. Start over, slowly.

[coppi]

You should be able to speak a long sentence normally without gasping, if not then you are running to fast.

 

Running is a baastid thing if you have the wrong shoes. Those shoes with bits missing...... will only work for genetically very lucky runners, suggest you get a gait assessment and shoe recommendation from an experienced running shop.

NOT sportsmans warehouse, those people are useless and only interested in selling you shoes. If you are in Johannesburg, there is a little running shop in Linden called " Randburg Runner" with excellent prices and professional advice.

Oh and the reason they invented bicycles is so that you don't have to run

[Hacc]

I agree with the above comments. Being cycling fit does not mean you are running fit. It is different muscles you are using. Start slow, run a pole, walk a pole. Don't try and sprint and set a PB on Strava with every run. Get running fit first. 

 

The correct shoes are crucial!! If you are serious about running then get a good pair of tekkies.  

[Pah Bear]

Difference between cycling and running is that the latter is a weight bearing sport and places much greater strength and endurance requirements on the muscles, tendons and joints. So the watch word is always ... "Slowly does it".

 

Most find that boring and not prepared for the longer transition, then get injured. When you feeling good, slow down some more. Once you get there, its pure pleasure to be able to both run and cycle. Cross training is just so cool, with running taking less time especially if you short of it. All the best with your recovery and next VERY SLOW attempt.

[Mntboy]

Shin splints. Rest. Change shoes. Start over, slowly.

And to that i'd add some stretching too. With a particular focus on the legs. I do a stretch that sees me raise my calves and drop my heels as one fluid motion and I do 20 reps of that. Both before and after. I find that that has been most hepful in my running journey thusfar. Good luck with the recovery from your injuries!

 

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[V12man]

Jebooo...

Drop your volumes completely - so only run a short distance every 3rd or 4th day - shin splints are imminent - so basically you have a stress fracture precursor forming there - probably only inflammation at this point but you need to let it heal and gently up the milage over weeks to get it into shape to take the stress of running.

 

Also - you need to have a proper stride and foot placement assesment done to make sure you are in the proper shoes - SBR in Rivonia or the sports shoe shop in Dunkeld center (Jakes) both know their stuff - there are others around but I know those 2 personally.

[Kalahari Vegmot]

Has anybody got advice on decent shoes? Would like to get the cheapest possible as I'm not looking to get into running too seriously. But buying cheap is not always good. I know this.

 

Is there something that's decently priced and good, or is it best to buy expensive? Note that I'll be using my shoes for everything from gardening to running

[Veebee]

Has anybody got advice on decent shoes? Would like to get the cheapest possible as I'm not looking to get into running too seriously. But buying cheap is not always good. I know this.

 

Is there something that's decently priced and good, or is it best to buy expensive? Note that I'll be using my shoes for everything from gardening to running

You have to get the assessment done first to figure out what type of shoe you need. If you going to run frequently then spend the extra cash on decent shoes. It's either good shoes or you gonna be spending more on medical bills.

[Kalahari Vegmot]

Okay, so it's not a thing of just buying some shoes and you're done? How about orthopedic inserts?

 

Never had any sort of issues with shoes before, last three pairs were all comfortable and less than a grand. And different brands

 

Also, nearest town with a Game is 120km's away, so you'll understand that getting a specialized running store is a bit of an issue...

[V12man]

Okay, so it's not a thing of just buying some shoes and you're done? How about orthopedic inserts?

 

Never had any sort of issues with shoes before, last three pairs were all comfortable and less than a grand. And different brands

 

Also, nearest town with a Game is 120km's away, so you'll understand that getting a specialized running store is a bit of an issue...

Take some pictures of your existing shoes from behind, the front and underneath as well - try get the camera about the same level as the sole so we can see how they have deformed to give you basic guidance on the type of shoe - either a show for supinators or pronators..

[fanievb]

I developed issues with my soleus last year Oct due to (among others) worn out shoes, ended up with physio and some bio for 2 months

Some things that helped

1. foam roller

2. run slower, for me anything faster than 5:20 and the pain would be there

3. shorten your stride, as soon as I speed up my stride lengthens, had to force myself to take shorter steps.

4. new shoes. i suggest you check and make sure you have the right shoes (neutral, stability, whatever)

 

edit: In my case not even dropping volumes solved the issues, not even 10 days of doing nothing helped, as soon as I ran it was back. I didn't really have a choice to rest more as I was training for 70.3. thus finding alternatives was the best solution (see 2 & 3 above)