Thread: Couch to 5k?
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Old 10-03-2006, 11:00 PM   #25
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Then I would say to focus on walking as much as will allow. I don't know how much you weigh, but losing weight can help with it so it may be necessary to focus on other methods of exercise first before you can really move on to the physical demands of running.

If it is feasible, a consultation with an orthopedist might be helpful for professional advice and confirmation that it is shin splints and not some other problem.
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