Rebecca Rushton, BSc, author of the Advanced Guide to Blister Prevention
Today I am pleased to welcome podiatrist Rebecca Rushton of Esperance Podiatry in Esperance, Australia, to the podcast. Without a doubt, Rebecca is one of the world's foremost experts on blisters!
Now if you've never struggled with a blister, then the information she has to share might not seem all that important. I believe however, that at some point in the future, each and every runner or endurance athlete will experience a blister, and probably at the worst possible time. What we can all learn from Rebecca could make the difference between a painful struggle to the finish line, or busting a new PR with a smile.
Some of the things we discuss in this podcast:
- What are the most pervasive myths surrounding blisters? There are plenty!
- What's the difference between rubbing and shearing and why does it matter?
- Are certain folks more prone to blisters?
- What about shoe fit and lacing options?
- Do lubricants like vaseline or powders work to reduce blister risk, or are you actually making things worse by using them? (Hint: I unfortunately discovered this during my last race, a 50 mile trail race in Florida a little over two weeks ago! Not good).
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- And much more!
Rebecca has created a terrific FREE online resource called The Advanced Guide to Blister Prevention. If you want one single resource that will be your go-to for all things blisters, this is definitely it.
For more resources from Rebecca on how to take the mystery out of blisters, go to her website.
I'd like to thank Rebecca for joining me today. I sincerely hope this short 25 minute podcast makes a difference for someone out there who, at some point in the future will be able to avoid a blister, rather than struggle with one. Happy Trails everyone!
~Coach Al
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