There are a few anti-friction agents out there for runners and walkers. Body Glide, which is essentially a glorified deodorant stick. Talcum powder, which is quite a mess. But, my friends, one lubricant stands alone as the best multipurpose tool you can get for the cheapest price.
Petroleum jelly.
AKA Vaseline. Good, old fashioned Vaseline. It comes in a giant tub for a few bucks and will last you YEARS.
I always had issues with blisters...until Vaseline. I started using a Q-tip to apply Vaseline to my foot's "problem areas," basically anywhere that caused me any problems at any time. My little toe tends to get a huge blister, so...Vaseline. The tips of my toes around the nails can bleed on occasion. Smear 'em with Vaseline. A couple spots on the bottom of my foot that can rub excessively - you guessed it! Vaseline!
Let me tell ya, friends. I haven't had a show-stopping blister in MONTHS. And I did 16 miles this morning.
As a bonus, Vaseline is also fantastic for chafing. If you have areas that rub together, smear Vaseline on 'em! I constantly deal with underarm chafing, so before I go out I now put Vaseline in my armpits. I still get a bit of chafing (hard to avoid when you're going really far), but it's infinitely more manageable.
Put it on your shopping list. Put it on your pre-race packing list. Put it on your damn Christmas list! Petroleum jelly is something you NEED!
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