Runners, I need help

[acatalina]

I have figured out that the problem I can't do Imax 3 and Jumps is my legs. I did a routine on the treadmill last night.
Warm up 3.5 3 min.
4.0 1 min.
Jog 1.0 min.
4.0 3 min
run 2 min.
I worked it up to a 5 minute run.
Walking in between. My shins are killing me this morning.It wasn't my heart rate . I only got it up to 158 and had no trouble breathing.
How do I build the stamina up in my legs. I want to be able to run 5 miles at 6mph or more.'
Advice appreciated.
Anne
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[Mckmain]

First of all you might need new shoes. It seems a bit odd to me you would get shin splints from that workout?...Alot of time shin splints are caused by worn out shoes and running alot of downhill. You could add some Cathe leg workouts a couple of times a week to build up the strength in your legs which will help with your stamina for running.

Also start slowly, you have to work up to a faster pace. There are good programs at these sites that can help, www.runnersworld.com and www.coolrunning.com ...HTH......Carole

 

[acatalina]

Carol, I do the leg tapes weekly. I rotate them. It isn't the upper legs , It is the lower. Shoes are asics running, pretty new. Only wear them in the basement.'
Thank you I will check out these sites.
I want to run down that beach this summer in a bikini!!!!!
Anne
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[Mckmain]

Anne...sounds like you are doing everything right! Just be patient, you'll get there......Carole

 

[banslug]

As usual, Carole gave great advice! I vote the SHOES as well.

And, the only way to run longer is to run longer. LOL. Maybe I should say the only way to run longer is to run more.

To copy Carole, patience!

GOOD LUCK and keep us posted!

Gayle

 

[fitxme]

Anne

I agree with the ladies that have already responded...I know you say the shoes are pretty new, but are they the right running shoes for your feet? It is very important to have the very best shoes that fit your feel properly. Please find a Running speciality store in your area and have them assess your feet so that you can be fitted with the best shoe for your foot type.

Good luck...hang in there.


~Marietta
FITXME
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[Imafitnessfreak]

Make sure you work the tibialis (sp??), the muscle that run along the shin. Cathe does this in GS legs using the ball. It's the first floor exercise she does.

Get properly fitted for shoes. The wrong fit will cause injury (TRUST ME).

Ice packs on the shins a few times a day, 15-20 minutes.

Running shoes are for RUNNING ONLY.