does anyone know how to run without socks and not get blisters??

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RE: does anyone know how to run without socks and not get blisters?? 5/7/2012 12:08PM - in reply to wasedfrtgh

wasedfrtgh wrote:

just wear socks. Is it really that big a deal?

It could be a big deal. When I was recovering from an Achilles injury, socks were created just enough extra pressure that it made things worse. When I didn't wear socks I was in a lot less pain.

To the OP, while you are building up your callouses try avoiding running through puddles. You'll get some blisters but not for very long. Feet callous quickly.

Burt Cokain

RE: does anyone know how to run without socks and not get blisters?? 5/7/2012 12:51PM - in reply to mr.clutch

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I have not worn underwear for years. I like to wear very tightly fitting shorts, and it is now quite rare that I get blisters, canckers, or rubbed raw.

It may be necessary for your johnson to build up callouses in the typical blister, canker, rubbed raw areas. Go without underwear during your next easy run, and then wait until any blisters, cankers, rubbed raw areas to heal up before doing it again. It should not take too long until your johnson becomes tough enough.

homer j

RE: does anyone know how to run without socks and not get blisters?? 5/7/2012 1:04PM - in reply to Burt Cokain

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I hate socks.

the only ones i can stomach are injinji

if you can't live with a few blisters every now and then, then wear socks.

it's a trade off.

J.R.

RE: does anyone know how to run without socks and not get blisters?? 5/7/2012 4:02PM - in reply to Uninformed Chemist

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Uninformed Chemist wrote:

[quote]J.R. wrote:

I would definitely NOT use vaseline. Being a petroleum product and a solvent, it can deteriorate your tendons.

Water is also a solvent. Does this mean I have to refrain from swimming?[/quote]

Right. You should definitely not swim in vaseline.

mr.clutch

RE: does anyone know how to run without socks and not get blisters?? 5/7/2012 4:31PM - in reply to Gaunt is Beautiful

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thanks guys, i guess ill just stop being a panzy and let my feet bleed and sting. i also just realized i forgot t mention im a forefoot striker.. think that could make it worse...

and whoever suggested nylon or wool sucks...im am not going to go by a 15 dollar pair of socks so i can either A: wash then everyday to run with or B: buy 20 pair so i can be completely flipping broke.

blc.

RE: does anyone know how to run without socks and not get blisters?? 2/2/2013 7:17PM - in reply to mr.clutch

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I/ve run 12 Marathons and numerous half Marathons, 10-ks, 10 milers etc sockless, and never a blister!..On new shoes I lube my feet with vaseline or body glide for the first 50 miles or so to break the shoe in and have it conform to my foot. After that I've never had a blister problem. I'm 5 foot 10 inches , 170 pounds and only wear Asics. Hope this helps.

J.R.

RE: does anyone know how to run without socks and not get blisters?? 2/2/2013 7:22PM - in reply to mr.clutch

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mr.clutch wrote:

whoever suggested nylon or wool sucks

Nylon socks are quite inexpensive.

You can find them at Walmart.

blc.

RE: does anyone know how to run without socks and not get blisters?? 2/2/2013 7:24PM - in reply to mr.clutch

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mr.clutch wrote:

i was wondering because i really would not like to wear socks when i run. but every time i try it i get blisters on my achilles. i hear about runners running with no socks on all the time. is there some kind of secret to this? size in shoe? something you put in your shoe??