Blister Causes & Prevention

All the leaves are brown, and the sky is grey – but that’s no reason you can’t maintain your workout routine well into autumn, and establish some good exercise habits to carry you all the way through winter too.

Stress is a normal part of life. But too much of it can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and exhausted. While there are plenty of ways to manage stress, exercise is one of the best. It’s natural, easy to access, and backed by science.

In a world where speed often takes the spotlight in fitness discussions, a quieter, more deliberate approach to running is gaining traction – the art of slow running.

Are you ready to kick-start your fitness journey or simply looking for a fun and social way to stay active? Well, parkrun ticks both boxes and more!

Even if you are an experienced distance runner, and in incredible shape, running a marathon is never easy – least of all for your feet. Even if you’ve done all the training and your muscles, lungs, and stamina are fully prepared, it can be gruelling for your feet.

Regular physical activity is vital for overall health and well-being, but the risk of injuries during workouts is a common concern for many individuals. Whether you’re an experienced athlete or just embarking on your fitness journey, prioritising injury prevention is crucial. In this guide, we’ll explore effective strategies to reduce injuries and create a safer workout environment.

Christmas is a time for celebration, gathering with those you love, and, yes, perhaps even over-indulging in festive treats, tremendous feasts and the occasional glass of sherry. It’s a time of year when it’s easy to overeat, overdrink and sink into your favourite spot on the sofa, bathed in the warm, snooze-inducing glow of the television.

Every step you take – whether walking, running or playing your favourite sport – takes its toll on the delicate architecture of your feet; they are your point of contact with the world, and the first line of defence when it comes to maintaining balance and protecting your joints during daily activity. So your feet take care of you – but are you doing enough to take care of them?

Whilst it may be tempting to cocoon your feet from the cold by wearing several pairs of socks during the winter months, especially if you’re out and about in extreme conditions, does wearing too many socks have an adverse effect?

Boots can be stylish, versatile and, unfortunately, painful. If you’ve bought some new winter boots and are struggling with blisters, pain and general discomfort but you don’t want to give up, you’re in luck! We have some handy tips for how to break in winter boots so you can wear them with comfort and ease.

Have you ever had that sudden sting of a blister forming after a long walk in new shoes or noticed a rough, hardened patch on your feet after a day of being on your feet? If you’ve experienced either, you know just how frustrating and uncomfortable these skin reactions can be.

When Wendy Searle sets off for Antarctica in December she will have packed with meticulous precision. And with good reason. When you’re skiing for 715 nautical miles in one of the harshest environments on earth – and trying to break a world speed record in the process – you don’t want to be carrying any unnecessary weight.