The right shoe can eliminate the majority of running issues. How do you know if you have the proper shoes. Go to a store that has runners on staff. I found out that there are far more factors than I could have ever thought of when it comes to running. I found this out when I had a foot issue and went to a local running store. I advise if you did not get your shoes from a store that has running specialists you start there.

Second, there are some stretching exercises that can help. Check out the www.coolrunning.com site and www.runnersworld.com site. Type in shin splints in the search boxes and I think you will find some great information. Also google "shin splints" for other sources of exercises.

I would take it easy and back off just a bit. Check up on the shoes though as quickly as you can.

Good Luck.

Your new balance shoes may only be 2 years old, but when you are running, you want to make sure you are using a pair of shoes that you use only for running and you should replace them every 300-500 miles. Everyday wear and tear deteriorates shoes very quickly. You may want to go to a specialty store as well, i think someone may have mentioned that already.

One thing I have been told is that shin splints can be related to the tightness of your calf muscles. A common cause for this can be wearing high heals.

I thought I may have been developing shin splints so booked in for a massage with a sports guy. He told me in the interim to massage my lower legs daily with Tiger Balm for minutes each leg and then to keep them warm (long pants, don't go out at night that sort of thing). I am booked in for another massage but the pain has lessened already.

Icing after each run is also great. If you suffer high blood pressure don't take anti-inflammatories, ask you Dr first.