The Chaffing Problem

I dont know about you but this can be a serious problem for many runners. It all starts when your skin surfaces constantly rub against something else that produces irritation and then develops into something that is really uncomfortable like blisters or rash and can lead to the skin being broken and bleeding. There are a few specific areas where the runner might encounter this. On the foot, especially the heel or on and around the toes. On the nipple area on the chest. In the groin region. All of these areas are subject to constant rubbing and if no precautionary measures are taken, can often lead to blisters and the like.
One simple way of alleviating this condition is to apply vaseline or a similar substance to the areas before exercise. This will ensure that the surfaces will not be rubbing against each other dry and therefore will prevent the skin blistering or becoming chaffed.
In this instance prevention really is better than cure.