tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-530283367972345733.post3328259538640738987..comments2023-11-05T06:02:34.940-05:00Comments on Lovesome: Couple ThingsChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04077232803692825614noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-530283367972345733.post-17505646068360440782012-08-10T04:22:07.486-04:002012-08-10T04:22:07.486-04:00Kelsey is right, you absolutely have to get new sh...Kelsey is right, you absolutely have to get new shoes ASAP or your shin splints will only get worse. Calf stretches, foam rolling your hammies/quads/calfs and ice whenever you want are all good ideas as well. But it is the SHOES that you really need to get right. Go to a running specialty shop (JackRabbit in Union Square rocks!) and have them check out your feet/running motion. You only need to go there once then you'll know what kind of shoes to choose in the future. It's totally worth it. <br />And that app sounds fantastic! When Jen did her couch to 5K she had the schedule on our fridge and would write her workout on her hand before heading outside haha.LWhitsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-530283367972345733.post-61195635499153340052012-08-09T20:31:15.074-04:002012-08-09T20:31:15.074-04:00Thanks Kelsey! I really appreciate all the tips a...Thanks Kelsey! I really appreciate all the tips and support!<br /><br />Sher, I'll see what I can do. Sophia ended up insisting on directing the decorating so there were A LOT of hearts and princess stuff.Christinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04077232803692825614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-530283367972345733.post-69653439640481924412012-08-09T15:46:48.389-04:002012-08-09T15:46:48.389-04:00i want pics of the sheet cake!i want pics of the sheet cake!chicksterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08857334716479059167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-530283367972345733.post-5417508222555918422012-08-09T11:44:26.352-04:002012-08-09T11:44:26.352-04:00The portable roller thing I was talking about is c...The portable roller thing I was talking about is called The Stick, but seriously, you can use a rolling pin. Pretty much the same thing. Here's a YouTube video showing how to use it on your calves. I've heard that you're not supposed to massage your muscles like this (or with the foam roller) more than 2 or maybe 3 times a week, but I can't remember now where I heard that (probably Russell) so you might want to verify how often to use it. Hope this helps. http://youtu.be/71NBYbqXF9MKelseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10452261503871939951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-530283367972345733.post-59148997740515884762012-08-09T08:21:14.885-04:002012-08-09T08:21:14.885-04:00This is awesome!!! I'm glad to hear the Couch ...This is awesome!!! I'm glad to hear the Couch to 5K is working for you. Taking yoga also is going to help tremendously with stretching and strength training, just like you said. Seriously, well done!!! Since you asked about your shins, I might suggest a couple of things. First... it could be your shoes. If you're going to get into running, I think it's important that you get a quality pair of shoes that are made for your feet. You could go to a running store (specifically) and have one of the clerks watch you run on a treadmill. From that they can determine what kind of shoes would best support your feet and running style. For instance, I have high arches and neutral pronation, so I need neutral shoes with lots of cushioning. Asics Nimbus is my go to shoe, but you might need something entirely different. Second, you might want to look into compression socks. Those help a LOT with shin pain. Third, you could use one of those foam rollers 1-2 days a week to massage your legs. You can get the big ones at a running store, they also sell portable hand held massagers, but honestly, a rolling pin works just as well. It's going to be kind of painful at first, but trust me, massaging your calves (and quads, hamstrings, and butt) will really help your muscles. Similar to a foam roller (or rolling pin) for your legs, you could use a tennis ball to massage your feet. Just look for a demonstration on YouTube to see what I'm talking about... So, that was a lot of info, sorry :-( But these tips and tricks might help you feel better as you train. Good luck!!! So proud of you!!!Kelseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10452261503871939951noreply@blogger.com