Shin splints before CBT

[chiefpat334]

Hello everyone,

I am a cadet candidate going to USMA Cadet Basic training this June 27th. I'm currently training with shin splints to prepare physically but wondered whether it is best to stop running these last 3 weeks in an attempt to recover before CBT starts...
If I recover in these 3 weeks but were to develop shin splints again during CBT, would I still be allowed to continue attending the academy?
Any advice?

Thank you for your time!

 

[dddad]

Give your shins a break for a while. You can get through Beast with shin splints. It may not be fun but it won’t stop you from completing Beast and moving onto the academic year.

 

[MullenLE]

CORRECT ANSWER: A change in your medical status, you should notify DoDMERB of a change in your medical condition. At a minimum, you should notify your Regional Commander in Admissions

 

[Anonymous121]

Sounds like you need to get some good inserts and/or shoes that fit your arch/pronation. That will eliminate shin splints.