Winter Chafing
Cold temperatures and dry skin can set you up for winter chafing. I was halfway through a half marathon yesterday when I realized that I was going to have a problem with my thighs. I always moisturize my calves and lubricate my underarms for winter walking because they chafe. But this was a cold, dry day and I knew by the end I was going to be chafed in new places.
To prevent chafing, I have found a simple skin moisturizer works in many situations. But if you are repeatedly chafing, then a lubricant is needed. For example, SportShield silicone that comes in a roll-on or towelettes. I was feeling pretty foolish that I hadn’t tossed a towlette pack into my backpack. Petroleum jelly works, but it is hard to wash out of clothing. That’s why I prefer SportShield.
Products to Prevent Chafing
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Winter Chafing originally appeared on About.com Walking on Monday, December 7th, 2009 at 09:25:37.
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