Tips for Safe Running in The Summer

Looks like for us in the northern hemisphere, summer is just starting to hit hard. Here are some selected tips for safe running in the summertime.

Tips For Safe Running In The Summer

1. Wear socks made of synthetic fibers that wick moisture away from your skin to help prevent blisters and athlete’s foot. For long distance running and long duration exercise, cotton is rotten.

2. Fit your running shoes or other sports shoes with the type of sock you intend to wear them with. Make sure you use sport specific shoes. Running shoes do not have the lateral support needed for tennis. Help yourself avoid ankle sprains and other injuries.

3. Don’t wear sandals when playing sports! Shoes (or barefoot where appropriate and safe) is a better bet. Barefoot beach volleyball, beach or groomed, safe, outdoor surface Frisbee, and some light running is just fine. In general though, be careful when running or walking barefoot outside. Cuts and bee stings are not fun for your feet.

4. Wear protective shoes or sandals at pools and in locker room showers. This will help you avoid warts and athlete’s foot.

5. Replace your running shoes often, at least every 350 – 450 miles run.

6. Break in new sport shoes before racing or using them for a long run or workout.

7. Use sunscreen to prevent solar injury to your skin.

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