I am up and running again so to speak. My shin has been feeling fine after yesterdays and today’s run, so fingers crossed everything is back to normal again. It has not been without its difficulties however. Chris suggested a balm to use on my shin, which would help warm up my leg muscles. I use it as an addition to my warm up exercises just to make sure I am fully warmed up. Its simple to use, just massage it into the skin with your fingers and provides a warm slightly numbing sensation. Which leads me to another life lesson, which you might like to bear in mind. Always go for your pre-run toilet break before applying the balm.