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Hey there Reader

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Have you ever felt that nagging, burning ache along the inside of your shin—just when your training was finally rolling?
You’re not alone. Shin splints (a.k.a. medial tibial stress syndrome) are the most common running injury I treat—especially in runners 35 +.

Here’s the good news: with the right combo of load management, targeted strength, and a smart return-to-run plan, you can kick shin pain to the curb for good.

🔑 Today’s Quick-Win Checklist

1. Scale Back, Don’t Stop
   • If walking or stairs hurt, cut your weekly mileage or switch to swimming/cycling for cardio.
2. Do These Two Drills Every Other Day
   • Wall Tibialis Raises — 3 × 15
   • Bent-Knee Soleus Raises — 3 × 12–15 (3-sec lowers)
3. Track Your Daily Steps (not just run miles)
   • Total impact matters for bone health.
4. Bump Your Cadence by 5–10 %
   • Use a metronome app; think “light, quick, feet under hips.”

👉 Watch the companion YouTube video →

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Need More Structure?

My 12-Week Foot & Ankle Strength Program gives you progressive workouts, mobility drills, and weekly check-ins—everything you need to rebuild stronger shins and bulletproof your stride.

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or book a 1-on-1 virtual consult → https://calendly.com/therunnerdoc/30min​

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Hope you had a great time and found something useful! I'm here to help!

Keep Running!

Doc Abby

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​The Runner Doc​

Helping you stay injury free and on the road (or trail) running!

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