Whether you are celebrating a holiday this December or not, things tend to get a little out of synch in terms of routine at this time of year. Schools’ break-up for a few weeks, gyms often embrace amended timetables, friends and family travel the globe to spend time with loved ones… there are many variables. 

One of the most common running injuries is shin splints, especially among those who are new to the sport and training has suddenly ramped up. Broadly speaking, shin splints refers to pain and/or tenderness along the shinbone (tibia).