My friend Shannon from Tri 2 Cook is hosting an online bake sale for the Pan Mass Challenge.
Giant M&M Cookies
Be sure to check out all the baked goods, including my contribution – these Giant M&M Cookies! Bidding is open NOW and ends tomorrow, so don’t delay!
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I got a lot of blisters too when I was training for the 3 Day. What worked for me was wearing two sets of socks. I also found some double layer socks that worked well too. One of the great benefits to consistent training is that you will build up calluses which will help prevent blisters.
http://3daytraining.blogspot.com/
Thanks for the input. I’ll have to try some double layer socks…
I stayed blister free for training and the walk:
get good wicking socks, and shoes that don’t rub and give you space to breathe.
From now til the walk – NO PEDICURES! Seriously – keep your nails short and do not get a pedicure… the rougher your feet and more calloused they are, the better you will be.
I had the PT there stretching out my shins and tell me i had perfect walking feet – no pedicure, short nails and lots of callouses – so no foot treatments!
try and insert in your shoe too for extra support – i got great ones at foot locker and put those in the new balance walking shoe and it was a great combo!
Thanks for the tips Stephany. I didn’t realize I couldn’t get pedicures!?! Makes sense…
Woohoo, Jen! So excited for you to be doing this walk…and in CA! Have Jim take you & Hubby to In/Out Burgers (remember?).
First…blisters. Two words – mole skin (or is that supposed to be one word?). Great stuff, I didn’t get a single blister. Also, as already stated, good wicking socks & sneakers.
Second…training. When Sherri, Trudi & I did our first walk (NYC 2003) I was having difficulties with plantar fasciitis, so I had to back off on the walking for a while. Instead, while the other two gals walked, I rode my bike. It was a good alternative until I could get back to walking.
You’ve got plenty of time for training & I know you’ll do an awesome job!! We’ll miss you in Boston this year…hope to you next year!
Ann