It was just a matter of time before shin splints arrived on the scene. I am not prepared to discuss this injury at this time, but let it be known this is the most common running injury and one that is only treatable by rest and ice. You cannot run it through it.

In future posts I will go into causes, relief and general bitching on the topic, but for now I will explain through pictures.

The painful area from shin splints

Some possible stretches