Try This Quick Warm-Up To Prevent Shin Splints During Your Run
All it takes is three simple exercises for a pain-free workout!
One of the most powerful ways to prevent shin splits is to target the shins during your warm-up. Far too many runners look over this step and end up doing a few passive leg swings or lunges before getting into their workout. This just won’t cut it when you consider all of the load going through your lower body during the running gait.
Yes, it takes an extra 2–3 minutes to intentionally activate your tibialis anterior and ankles, but it’s far less time than you’ll spend recovering from shin splints down the road. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: The best rehab is prehab.
In the next few minutes, I want to cover three simple activation drills you can do right before your run to leave no stone unturned. These will not only improve your shin strength and endurance but can radically transform your knee, calf, and ankle health as well. If you want to run restriction-free for years to come, this is the ticket!
Let’s dive in.
Say Goodbye to Shin Splints and Run Happy
Please be aware that this article will be solely focused on injury prevention and activation strategies around the…
