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I havent worked out in a long time and when i was walking downstairs my shins felt like jelly. they still do. could that be because im out of shape?

Q: i havent worked out in a long time and when i was walking downstairs my shins felt like jelly. they still do. could that be because im out of shape?

: Your shins or your legs, please clarify. In general, walking upstairs takes more effort then walking downstairs unless you have problem with balance rather than weakness/decondition.

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Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Your shins or your legs, please clarify. In general, walking upstairs takes more effort then walking downstairs unless you have problem with balance rather than weakness/decondition.

Answered 7/20/2022

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A member asked:

I havent worked out in a long time and when i was walking downstairs my shins felt like jelly. they still do. could that be because im out of shape?

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