Running

After losing about 5 stone since May of this year I'm now starting to get fit again and have started the 'Coach to 5k' series of MP3s.

So far have only done 2 runs this week but am pleased considering I literally couldn't run for a bus 6 months ago.

One thing I have noticed is during the run I'm getting burning discomfort / pain on the front of both shins. It's not intolerable but it's not pleasant. I've heard of shin-splints, I do have correctly fitting shoes appropriate for running. I am stretching my legs after each run. Is there anything I can do to alleviate the discomfort further or is it just a case of my body getting used to a new form of exercise?

Thanks.

Go slow and steady. I had this at first: my fitness got better and I could run further, but my legs hadn't strengthened up, and they started complaining. I had to ease up and keep putting in short runs, then slowly ramp it up over time. It's worth taking this slowly because you'll only have to do it the once.

I did 8 miles yesterday and enjoyed all of it. But this morning's 3 miles felt horrendous. Maybe it was last night's beer, or maybe it was because it was all off-road and up/down hill, which I never normally do.