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Why should you trust me? I once ran 67 marathons in 67 days with a 25-pound backpack. This is my go-to toolkit for anyone trying to avoid pain.
Lubricate: Anti-chafing products like petroleum jelly or special balms are your best defense against chafing. Even if carefully selected fabrics let you down, generous smears of lube can save the day. You can’t afford to be shy. Especially below. You want to make sure you get into the places you rarely go.
Go smoothly: I choose shorts, leggings, layered shorts, t-shirts, and jogging bottoms that are either seamless or have straight seams. I always check the seams of inner twin shorts and rarely trust inner shorts sewn to regular shorts. When in doubt, layer with your trusty underwear.
Squeeze: I prefer tight, body-hugging layers over loose clothing. It sounds counterintuitive, but in one place, fabric close to the skin works better than loosely hanging fabrics that move more.
Avoid cotton: Cotton is heavy and can be abrasive even when dry. When drenched in salty sweat, it’s a disaster for your soft bits. Layers that touch your skin should be made of synthetic or wool-based fabrics. These dry faster and reduce friction.
Powder the toes: Blisters, in essence, turn into cores and can be more difficult to avoid. Powdering my feet and socks can help reduce moisture that increases the risk of chafing and hot spots.
