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I started running a few weeks ago, but went too hard on myself recently and developed pretty bad shin pain in my muscle and tendons when i start running. i'm read that it's probably shin splints, and i was wondering how long i should take a break from run
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See below : Continue exercise 3-5 times per week go easy on yourself
Answered 7/5/2019
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