This stuff is a lifesaver!! This product was actually recommended to me at the Statesman Capital 10K race I mentioned in a previous blog. You know the race - the one where I wore the new shorts, jumped in puddles and got major blisters and chafing? Yeah, that race! Anyway, a gal at one of the water stops handed me a popsicle stick with a dab of Vaseline to help with the chafing and suggested that I try Body Glide for just such occasions. The next day, I hobbled into my favorite local running store and picked up a small stick of Body Glide (http://www.bodyglide.com/). I tried it out and was very pleased that it worked so well! A day after the Cap 10K fiasco, I was able to run comfortably with the help of my handy tube of Body Glide. I especially liked the convenience (it looks like a stick of deodorant) and that it wasn't messy or greasy (I dislike getting icky things on my fingers but my OCD will be a story for another time!). Body Glide is a balm so it's not sticky and doesn't leave any residue on clothing. It's very good for preventing blisters and hot spots on feet and chafing from clothing, prosthetics, braces and so much more! I have used it on my feet when I have worn new shoes to keep raw spots from developing during that "breaking-in" period. I have tried some similar items and keep returning to Body Glide because it really is the best. Body Glide now makes several different formulations including one with an SPF 25. Body Glide can be purchased at most sporting/running stores or at various online stores.
Happy Trails!
Valeka
Happy Trails!
Valeka
I want to believe this stuff works, but I just can't imagine anything holding up to the thigh chafing I get unless I wear compression shorts.
ReplyDeleteI know exactly what you mean! I usually wear compression shorts myself. I was skeptical about the Body Glide but it does hold up very well. I did have to reapply it on longer runs but it did make a big difference in the chafing. The trick is to apply it fairly generously. It's not greasy or sticky so it's not uncomfortable to have on your skin. There are some pretty small tubes available that you could try to see how it holds up for you. Hope this info helps! Thanks so much for reading and commenting, Airin!!!
ReplyDeleteTake care,
Valeka :-)
I haven't chafed yet, but good stuff to know. also..have stopped my blog, won't have time, thanks for being the only follower..:)..you are a doll and keep writing, enjoy your stuff!
ReplyDeleteAwwwww, Ruth! Sorry to hear you stopped your blog. I enjoyed reading it :-) But I will keep writing as long as you keep reading my stuff!!
ReplyDeleteAll the best to ya!
Valeka