4. Hard Surfaces
The surface that you are running or playing a sport on can have an impact on your legs. If you are playing a sport that requires a lot of jumping, running, and stops on a hard surface, you are more likely to develop shin splints. In addition, exercising and playing sports on hard surfaces can also make a person more susceptible to developing stress fractures.
Once again, shin splints are caused by the amount of pressure that you are putting on your legs and feet. When you adjust your workouts and increase the amount of strain on your legs it can cause shin splints to develop. If you have been working out extra hard and your legs begin to hurt you should ease up a bit and let your shins heal. If you develop shin splints your doctor will recommend resting for a bit of time, oftentimes up to several weeks.