Shin splints aka medial tibial stress syndrome is a very common injury particularly in runners and dancers. The muscle, tendon and connective tissues in the anterior part of your shin are placed under repetitive stress which causes a chronic aching pain during or after activity. Often, it begins due to a change in training. Try these few exercises to help alleviate pain and get you back to activity! 1. tibialis anterior release with lacrosse ball 2. tibialis anterior stretch 3. leaning toe raise