Running

could be the start of shin splints, be very careful, usual R.I.C.E. works well on early stages, i find i can stretch the muscles and tendons on my shins by kneeling with my toes pointing backwards and sitting under my arse but do this on a soft surface.

OK, point taken. I'll rest up this week (stay cycling) and maybe do some stretches. Am I safe to try the run on Saturday? Surely I have to run a bit, otherwise I'll remain non-running forever and never get started?!

I do clomp along when I run, so I imagine that's what's done it. All the grace of a hippo. Less.