Quote Originally Posted by VenusdeVelo
Maybe someone out there not only cycles but runs too -- I want to do my first duathlon next year and so, I am learning how to run. Have ran now about 7-8 times, try to run 2x per week on a 1.2 mile course. My problem is lower leg pain, esp shins. Have a new pair of Asics, thinking of having someone analyze my stride in my shoe, not sure if that is contributing to it. I just can't get over this hump where your legs feel like lead, esp lower half. Also thinking about doing treadmill runs only for the winter to get used to it...right now I am on cement. Not the best but the easiest for my to get out on. Cycling is like floating on air in comparison......

Any tips?
I run, swim & cycle.The running has proven to be the hardest on my body. However, I have only experienced "shin splints" once & that was within my first year of running. It kept me grounded for 3 months it was so bad.
Getting a really good pair of shoes is VERY important, but you have Asics & that's what I run in. In fact, I won't run in anything else. My advice is to run a bit slower until you have no symptoms & then increase the pace. Get the fit of your shoes checked also. If that's OK, try a podiatrist to make sure the alignment of your feet, ankles, knees & hips are OK...and STRETCH!
Let us know how you get on.
Regards,
Yasmin.