Two part question: I’ve been a smoker for about 10 years but have quit exactly 5 weeks ago. I started a work-out program consisting of calisthenics and jogging / running. My start stats are :
5’9 – 219lbs
Now, I’ve been in and out of shape since I’ve been in high school. I find it pretty easy to grasp things when it comes to nutrition etc. I joined the military in 2001 and lost about 40lbs to 3 months (bootcamp).
I’ve been out since 2005 and have been slowly gaining it back until 1 month ago when I stopped smoking and started this workout / dieting plan of just eating smart and keeping track of my calories.
My problems: I keep getting shin-splints. When I first started I was walking/jogging 1.5 Miles in 23 Minutes. Was able to do only 5 push ups and 6 sit ups.
I’m now jogging / running 1.5 Miles in 15 Minutes (Still bad I know).
Also I am now able to do 41 push ups and 40 sit ups.
My goal is to run 1.5 Miles in 10 Minutes or less. I’ve achieved this goal before – The thing is, these shin splints keep messing up my routine and I find myself resting way too much and losing out on workout days.
I wear proper sneakers. I stretch properly (before and after) and I do tennis ball exercises daily with my feet. And I still get these shin splints.
My current stats are: 5’9″ – 212lbs
QUESTION – Is there anything I can do to prevent these shin splints from coming?
QUESTION – Will I permanently injure myself if I continue to run on Shin Splints rather than rest them.
QUESTION – Why isn’t the weight coming off faster? I’ve lost faster weight with a more ” relaxed ” routine.
QUESTION – Is it possible that my body is only losing “Body Fat” and is converting some fat to muscle?
QUESTION – I recently started taking Creatine / Glutamine supplements (have been taking them 2 days). I just ran today, so I’ll see how I feel tomorrow as far as the shin splints.
QUESTION – Are there a set of supplements that can be recommended that when taken together improve fat loss / fat burning / metabolism. I currently take Hydroxicut (only before workouts). I drink 1 gallon of water per day. I also have started taking the Creatine / Glutamine and will also start taking in more protein via supplements.
Any advice from people with knowledge is greatly appreciated. I’m trying to get back into the military but I want to get in shape as fast as possible.
QUESTION – Has smoking for 10 years hampered my or destroyed my metabolism or physical abilities?