How can I prevent Blisters on my feet when training for a half marathon?

I started training 2 wks ago with new shoes and socks. This week I am getting blisters. I bought some shoe insoles, what elese can I do? They are at the bottom/sides of my instep. Thank you!

How can I prevent Blisters on my feet when training for a half marathon?
DO NOT WEAR COTTON.





The blisters are caused by rubbing, but also moisture. Cotton absorbs moisture NEVER run in cotton.





First make sure your shoes fit properly. Second, invest in a pair of Thorlo running socks. They are the best and will help wick moisture away.





Next, by a product called "body glide." Running stores sell it, and it looks like deodorant but is a lubricant to help prevent the rubbing. Rub that on your feet where you get the blisters before you run.





Follow this guide and your blisters will be a thing of the past.
Reply:lol wear the shoes in before you run in them!


or other wise put up with the pain!


try little cushion things cant rememembe what they are called bu thtey are clear and just like a plaster only better as they cushion the area


they come in a green box most shoe shops or sports shops will have them
Reply:blisters are caused by the rubbing of feet with the shoe you wear, so the best way to prevent them is to wear thick Cotton socks, secondly, use talcum powder on your feet so that they don't get wet with sweat. you could also try changing your joggers.
Reply:NO COTTON!
Reply:While the answerer above me is right about being caused by the rubbing don't go wearing cotton anything!





Do your feet move inside your shoes when you're running? If so, can you arrange the laces differently when you tie them up so that your shoes fit more snug? On the training side, when you bought the new shoes, how far did you run in them right out of the box? It will take a bit for you to break them in. Many people end up with blisters when they haven't broken in new shoes correctly. If none of this helps I suggest you take yourself to a running store and have them evaluate your running style to the shoes that you bought.
Reply:I found that blisters were a "phase" for me. I can't remember how long but for a while I suffered with blisters.





What I did was turn my cotton socks inside out so that the smooth side was against my skin. Second, I used vaseline before each run.





After the "phase" passed, no more blisters.....





Good Luck
Reply:get new shoes will help prevent blisters
Reply:i know nolan ryan used to use pickle juice to prevent blisters on his fingers. he soaked his index and middle fingers in a jar of pickle juice frequently. i dont know if that would have the same effect, but i would give it a try.
Reply:Shoes and socks are important. Are you sure your shoes aren't too tight? Are you sure you have the 'proper' pair of shoes? I stress "proper" because so many people just go to a FootLocker and buy what's available - mostly Nike. And just because Nike's are expensive, that doesn't mean it's the best pair for you. Again, I stress - "FOR YOU".





Go to a running specific shoe store where they see how your gait or stride is. You may need stability shoes or motion control. EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT! :)





Next - a good DRY pair of running socks is essential. Sweaty feet could lead to blisters. I highly suggest a company called BALAGA SPORTS. I've tried several pairs of socks and these are the most comfortable socks on the market. And they have socks for different people - thin, low cut to mid cut thick socks, to trail socks, etc. I love em. Pricey, but your feet deserve it - trust me. http://www.balegasports.com/home.asp





Another thing is - you've only been training for two weeks. You have to really have a base of miles for your feet to get used to the shoes.



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