runs, I wrap each toe with a layer of micropore tape to stop each toenail digging into the next toe. It also prevents blisters between the toes. Not as romantic as sheepswool, but it's tricky finding a handy sheep in sunny Southampton! – Carol Bradwell
became getting to the start line in one piece.I never doubted for one minute that Lucy would finish, and with the training she missed though injury and illness she did well to complete the race. I am sure when the blisters have healed, Lucy will look
this chafing?It's not pretty and it's certainly not something you'd want to discuss in the pub, but bleeding nipples can be the bain of a runner's life. Add to this the curse of blisters, sore armpits and other soreness, and you have a smorgasbord of chafing
hold me back? When can I run after breaking my heels? How can I strengthen my arches? --Do I really need orthoses? As I get older I get more blisters. Why? Will my big feet make me more injury prone? --Why these blisters every time I run
, but what little self-esteem I still possessed was seriously eroded. Here was I, living a life of blameless purity and far from enjoying a sort of athletic Indian summer, a swansong of blistering times and smashed records, I was relying upon my dog, Oscar
stop and lie down at the end of each day. And strangely, I don’t recall ever experiencing a pang of disappointment at the sight of the finish line after staggering across 20-odd miles of blistering desert under a rucksack the size of Phil Jupitus
’t run another step. But that feeling is no more intense after 100 miles than it is after two. So why should it be any worse after 145, or 200, or 500? Given water, decent shoes, enough blister dressings to wrap a mummy and an infinite supply of power
No matter the weather, the dedicated runner will not be diverted from the never-ending pursuit of athletic improvement. Whether it is blistering heat or driving rain and wind, we all get out and pound the streets.At least that’s the theory
wouldn't do a 25-30 mile run every weekend and feel fine the next day. – debboYou can't compare them except in terms of general exercise in a given HR zone for a certain time. You can't say "OK I have done 50 miles of cycling so that gives me 'x' miles
, green rucksack with pillows and sleeping bags and set off at a blistering pace - huge kudos with no chance of injury! – andy roberts Any questions?Got a new poser or problem that you want RW members to answer? Spotted a great question on the forum? Email
