wnddrrwmnn Posted February 25, 2006 Share Posted February 25, 2006 (edited) Ok, so back when I was fit...I was working out several hours a day weighttraining and walking/HIIT for about 70 mins. I would get blisters like crazy on my heels. I must have spent a good $500 on the blisters bandaids. I'm back to fitness again. Yesterday, I decided to walk to the gym. BAD idea. I got about half way when my heels started tingling like I have a blister. I stopped and checked and sure enough...on both my heels I have blisters larger than a half dollar! I know my shoes fit. I've tried 5 different brands of shoes including MBT's and NewBalance. My feet are just awkward. They rub. And I sweat regardless of the type of sock. My question is....which is better to try. 1. double socks. 2. lubercant. 3. powders. 4. blister bandaids. 5. Or just give up and get tennis shoes with no backs (although I think that's more for looks rather than sport.) 6. benzoin??? and can you even use it when you have bilsters? The problem is I have a massive amount of energy to walk, if only my feet could take it! If there's anyone on this board with similar problems...please let me know how you stop this problem. Edited February 25, 2006 by wnddrrwmnn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kollision Posted February 25, 2006 Share Posted February 25, 2006 There are three different types of feet, therefore you should choose the correct show that fits your feet type. Also helps with Shin Splint problems. http://www.comfortshoe.com/orthotics_for_athletes.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnddrrwmnn Posted February 25, 2006 Author Share Posted February 25, 2006 There are three different types of feet, therefore you should choose the correct show that fits your feet type. Also helps with Shin Splint problems. http://www.comfortshoe.com/orthotics_for_athletes.htm That's the reason I got the MBT's. I was in their shop for about 4 hours trying to get the perfect fit. They fit great til about 30 min into it and then...the blisters start. I get too moist and hot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kollision Posted February 26, 2006 Share Posted February 26, 2006 Hello wnddrrwmnn, Although I am not a feet doctor or specialist, I have forwarded your question on ISSAs personal training question board. Hopefully they will have some tips as to how to calm this situation. Until then, take care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnddrrwmnn Posted February 26, 2006 Author Share Posted February 26, 2006 Hello wnddrrwmnn, Although I am not a feet doctor or specialist, I have forwarded your question on ISSAs personal training question board. Hopefully they will have some tips as to how to calm this situation. Until then, take care. Thank you...any help is appreciated. I called the gym to find out if I can just weighttrain at least without the gym shoes (popped the blisters but with shoes it still hurts) and use athletic sandles instead...but they said no! Gotta be closed toe! I swear, I can't win here! I sat home doing crunches and other abwork. Sigh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kollision Posted February 26, 2006 Share Posted February 26, 2006 It's probably more of a safety reason that they have you wearing shoes instead. Also the stability of the foot is an issue. Sandles can slip off and it also doesn't stabilize on the foot. You are welcome, I just hope that someone responds. As far as staying at home, a lot can be done. Pushups, Pullups (you can do this on the top of the door, but is probably more dangerous), dips (you can do that between two stable chairs or do it the easy way using the bed as a bench), make like you are jumping rope without the rope (Although might hurt the blisters so I don't know if you want to do that), crunches (which you already are doing), squats without weights, good mornings with a broom stick, c*rl water bottles (if you have those), etc. Theres lots of alternatives Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kollision Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 Well I got one reply. This person used to get a lot of blisters until she started to cover her feet with vaseline and putting on fairly expensive running socks from a sporting good store. She said that she never got a blister again. Also, the vaseline should be put on liberally. If anyone else gives a response, I'll be sure to let you know. Again I am not a foot doctor, so do it at your own risk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnddrrwmnn Posted February 27, 2006 Author Share Posted February 27, 2006 Well I got one reply. This person used to get a lot of blisters until she started to cover her feet with vaseline and putting on fairly expensive running socks from a sporting good store. She said that she never got a blister again. Also, the vaseline should be put on liberally. If anyone else gives a response, I'll be sure to let you know. Again I am not a foot doctor, so do it at your own risk. That was one of the solutions...lubercant. Sounds like a plan to try. thanks!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kollision Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 You are welcome, I hope it helps. You may want to read this to, to get more insight: http://www.drpribut.com/sports/blisters.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kollision Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 I got a few more tips. 1. Have you tried different sock fabrics? 2. Is the blisters on a specific area? 3. Have you tried using 'second skin' blister pads or Dr Scholls' moleskin? You can get from the foot care part of supermarkets and pharmacies (or just padded bandaids if the area isn't too big) and you can also use strapping tape to make sure it stays on if necessary 4. There are also athletic insoles you can get to make your feet fit better into the shoes. I just reworded this other response that I got to fit the format. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnddrrwmnn Posted February 27, 2006 Author Share Posted February 27, 2006 I got a few more tips. 1. Have you tried different sock fabrics? 2. Is the blisters on a specific area? 3. Have you tried using 'second skin' blister pads or Dr Scholls' moleskin? You can get from the foot care part of supermarkets and pharmacies (or just padded bandaids if the area isn't too big) and you can also use strapping tape to make sure it stays on if necessary 4. There are also athletic insoles you can get to make your feet fit better into the shoes. I just reworded this other response that I got to fit the format. Yeah, I used to use the second skin bandaids...but the problem with those are that I still rub..and eventually they do come off if only half way. Moleskin...does no good, the bandaids did better. Socks....well, I have a few pair of really nice socks I bought in the orthopedic store for running. They are some of the best, although they only keep my feet dry til about 30 min into it. The others barely last 10 min! I swear people look at me in the gym like I'm gonna die. I turn all red and sweat like I'm in 120 degree weather, I get HOT! But I am well hydrated!!! I haven't considered using athletic insoles as it would put my foot even higher to being out of the shoe. What I have decided to to...and I'll let you know when I go back to the gym...is to wear double layer of socks and get some lubercant (not petroleum jelly). There's this powder that creates a barrier much like petroleum jelly but without the moisture. http://www.blistershield.com/products.html oh and I found a new way of tying shoes that hopefully will help...for narrow heels...so maybe the combination of all this will work... http://newbalance.com/techcenter/getting_fit.html Sigh, this better work...Not gonna try it out til after this weekend. I have my mother's surgery and also my bday comming up! But I'll let you know how it goes. Thanks for all the ideas. You've been great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kollision Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 Hrmm, sorry that those didn't work for you. The other person that I talked too also used to get blisters until doing the stuff that I told you (since those were her tips). Good luck on the powder, I hope that ends up working for you. Also when you get it, can you let me know if it is vegan? Good luck again and you are welcome. Hope I can help you more on this subject (first time I have heard of blisters on the foot in such a condition as yours). Also, have you ever seen a doctor about this issue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnddrrwmnn Posted February 27, 2006 Author Share Posted February 27, 2006 Hrmm, sorry that those didn't work for you. The other person that I talked too also used to get blisters until doing the stuff that I told you (since those were her tips). Good luck on the powder, I hope that ends up working for you. Also when you get it, can you let me know if it is vegan? Good luck again and you are welcome. Hope I can help you more on this subject (first time I have heard of blisters on the foot in such a condition as yours). Also, have you ever seen a doctor about this issue? Yeah, they say it's because of having extremely high arches. They all want to break my feet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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