and get stiff. Does anyone know why or have any suggestions to help?
2006-09-12 12:48:34 · 8 answers · asked by Survivor 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
I am in my 20's, and I have been excersing for a couple of years.
2006-09-12 13:04:43 · update #1
Several answers:
You're probably using the incorrect footwear, ie. old, heavy, worn-out.
You have shin splints that are aggravated by dorsi flexion of the foot (toes lifting towards shin). Go see a Doctor!
You are overweight (?)
You've not warmed up & stretched properly.
You're going to hard for you level of fitness.
All of the above.
2006-09-12 13:05:48 · answer #1 · answered by jax 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How long have you been doing this? If you're just starting out with this routine then chances are that your body is just not used to it yet and it will take some time to adjust. Try GENTLY stretching before you start walking and see if that alleviates it a little.
If it hurts so badly that you have to stop completely and you can't walk for the rest of the day then you need to see a doctor.
2006-09-12 19:52:23 · answer #2 · answered by elk312 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds to me like shin splints.
Medical Application: Inflammation of the soft tissue on the inside, front portion of the tibia (shin).
Causes: Tenderness extending along a vertical distance on the medial(inside), lower half of the tibia. Although Medial Tibia Stress Syndrome is the most popular form of shin splints, Anterior Shin Splints is not uncommon. Anterior Shin Splints cause a vertical line of tenderness along the anterior (front) of the tibia.
Use the rice method. Rest, Ice, Compression and elevation of legs to feel better.
2006-09-12 19:56:59 · answer #3 · answered by jujub 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah you need to warm up and stretch but you need to make sure you have the right shoes for the way you walk as well. I have seen people get shin splints from walking too. You don't want that to happen! If you can find a leukemia society or running group in your area they are wonderful when it comes to finding out what you need to do be a success in walking or running with their program.....they can have anybody ready to run a marathon in less than six months.
2006-09-12 19:54:03 · answer #4 · answered by WitchTwo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should warm your muscles up for 5-7 min or so then break to stretch for another 5-7 min and then start your actual walk.
2006-09-12 19:50:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could have osgood slaters. I have it and it occasionally acts up when I exercise, right below the knee as you said. It is more of a numb, sharp pain. You should talk to a doctor about it.
2006-09-12 19:53:03 · answer #6 · answered by Shish247 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are an older person you might have reduced blood flow to your legs and should see a doctor
2006-09-12 19:51:42 · answer #7 · answered by jonnyraven 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
try drinking water maybee it will help work out only till it starts to hurt have you tried stretching or are you hitting your work out like your super human
2006-09-12 19:51:43 · answer #8 · answered by peter w 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋