A couple of things to help with squishy shoe season;

2) Post-run Sandals: A must for race day, but also for immediately changing into after a long, hot run in the summer. The sooner who can get the shoes and socks off, the better. This allows your feet and your shoes to dry out much more quickly and prevents any further blisters, if your feet are prone to blistering.
3) Earlier / Later: Yes, sometimes you just have to go mid-day (which I actually enjoy and need in preparation for Tupelo this Labor Day), but if you can go at sunrise or sunset, the squishy factor is significantly reduced.
4) Dry the Shoes: If you can rotate shoes in the summer, that’s the best. If not, try sticking them in front of a floor fan for a while to dry them out good before you run again.

Other than that, there is really nothing you can do except to finish your training run with the satisfaction that at least you know what it is to experience squishy shoes - a badge of honor!
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