If you're looking for a way to ease the heat during your Summer training, give this ice necklace a try. My new #BibRave BUFF® reminded me of one of my favorite hot weather hacks for runners. A BUFF® is a knitted tube of technical fabric. There are lots of ways to wear a BUFF® to make it your own. Today, I'm using the kerchief style to create an ice necklace. There's a video version of this advice on my Instagram account. |
What Causes Blisters?Sweat or Water + Friction = Blisters. The friction culprit can be tight or loose shoes, puddles, a rough seam, thin socks, humidity, over-training, and extra miles. Clothing that doesn't fit snugly, or rubs as you run can cause a blister. Heck, you can get a blister from tying your shoes too tight. Moisture (from sweat, rain or puddles) makes your skin soften. Softened skin is more likely to react to friction. |
Tapes and BandagesI received the new KT Tape® Blister Prevention Tape and KT Tape® Blister Treatment Patches to test. (There's a discount code below.) So far, I've used the tape during races and training runs in the Florida heat and humidity. Last weekend I wanted to run a 5K in fairly new shoes. I was worried my shoes were still stiff enough to rub. It was going to be hot and humid, so I put KT Tape® Blister Prevention Tape on the back of my heels. The conditions were perfect for blisters: 78 degrees + 94% humidity. The KT Tape worked like a champ. I was a sweaty mess at the finish line, but I didn't have any blisters! That's a win. | These new products from KTTape® for blister prevention and treatment come with travel cases. Nice touch! I took mine in my bag and put the tape on before the race. You can head off blisters by putting the prevention tape on prone areas. If you end up with a blister despite your best efforts, use the patch to avoid infection and speed healing. (Photo credit: ThisOldRunner.) |