Reddit mentions: The best sports medicine products

I figure someone is going to ask about my experience with the equipment that I started out with. Keep in mind I don't have much frame of reference, so I can't compare my gear with anything from Twins, Top King, Fairtex, etc...

Venum Challenger 2.0 Boxing Gloves ($48) - These have been my only pair of gloves, and I've been running them a about 4 hours a week. I like that they're longer than some of the other gloves I looked at, which seems to keep my wrists aligned with my fists, and keeps everything supported. The only wear that I've noticed is that a few days ago, I found a small tear in the lining of one of my gloves. I think these gloves are great for someone new to MT, and especially for someone that isn't training a lot. I'm happy with these gloves, and I think they'll last me a year (especially if I pick up a pair of bag gloves). I'm religious about spraying disinfectant on my gear and drying it out between uses, so that may be a factor)

Venum "Kontact" Shin and Instep Guards ($29) - The elastic is still tight after 5 months, and the foam is contouring to my shin nicely. These seem to do thejob, although two days ago I took a hit from an elbow or a knee, and the impact seemed to have penetrated through the foam. My shin feels a little brutalized, so my opinions might be changing about these things. At some point I want to upgrade to the Top King shin guards.

Shock Doctor Gel Nano Convertible Mouthguard ($14) - The guard seems a little bulky. It covers the top teeth, but partially forms to portions of your bottom teeth, so it seems to keep the jaw stable. I still have all my teeth, so that's good.

Ringside Mexican-Style Boxing Handwraps , 180-inch ($7) - I initially bought super cheap, shorter, cotton, Everlast handwraps that were garbage. When I started sweating the Everlast wraps loosened up, and didn't seem to do the trick. My Ringside wraps are awesome. I now have two pairs, and I think I'll sneak a few more into my Amazon basket, the next time my wife wants me to order _____ for the home (certain colors of wraps are an Amazon add-on item, where you need to spend $25 to get free shipping)

(I also recently bought some MT shorts from amazon. I like them well enough, and they're a huge improvement over working out in standard workout shorts. My only problem is that these shorts don't exhibit a competitive level of flair and are completely deficient in dragons and tassels.)

OK, you're going to have to talk to your staff. You need a place to break. They're putting your safety at risk. Heat sickness is a real threat which can lead to death (I got it ONCE at the start of my career in '99, never again). They can at least use paper to block off a window or two on game days. You may be able to find a spot somewhere in the ballpark. My first baseball gig I was in the electrical closet! Sounds likes your park is small, but check if concessions has a walk in cooler. That's a great break place.

A lycra hoodie would be the quickest way to hide your neck (and keep your hair up), but I'm not finding an easy source. Wig caps work well for me, but usually tear. There are plenty of sports skull caps available, just look on amazon.

Sweat...I have one guy who swears by long sleeve under armor (or any moister wicking material). I tried it once and felt it made all the sweat drip off me and pool into the hands/feet. So I just go with plain old t-shirts. I put on a dry one every break.

Fans in the head don't work. Ice packs melt and add another heat trapping layer. A Kold Kollar might help a little, possibly while you break rather than while in costume.

Hydrate yes. I've found electrolyte pills (with potassium) help me a little during the really hot days (the potassium helps with post game cramping).

But yeah, you need a little corner to yourself where you can change shirts during breaks, take at least the top of the costume off, and be near a fan. Make friends with the stadium ops people and see what you can find. Good luck!

1. something blue

2. summer vibes

3. unusual food, avocado hugger

4. this for my mom. shes the ultimate beach planner, and it would be such a good gift because it has the insulated bottom that she could bring snacks and drinks in!

5. girl in cabin 10 its a suspense, and Ruth Ware has quickly become one of my fav authors.

six- hmm coming back.

7. dog bed for burrow types

8. this useless gift is pretty funny though

9. inception because its just a giant mind fuck and its awesome

10. first aid kit for zombies just seems like you might need a band-aid or something.

11. DSM 5 pocket version im currently studying for my license to become a counselor, and this one be so helpful when I have to diagnose my clients. it's absolutely vital for a therapist, and it would change my life!

12. add- on

13. harry potter fandom

14. this painting is 235,000 HOLY CRAP

15. unicorn cupcake topper

16. bourbon vanilla candle

17. barbie dream house was EVERYTHING

18. writers block

19. makeup vanity I cant afford one right now, but I will save up and get one!!! Im obsessed with makeup and having a good place to sit while doing it.

20. bacon survival kit. for the true bacon lovers lmao

Edit: I literally give up on editing the numbers. But this was such a fun scavenger hunt! Thank you adoptee!

I do a lot of circus training (including contortion, but also hand balancing and tumbling) and these things have really made a difference for me. I roll out while watching videos or listening to audio book last thing before bed and it always feels amazing. I start with rollers that have larger surface area (such as foam roller) and work my way to smaller surface area (such as rad roller or lacrosse ball). I don't have a routine, just roll out whatever parts of body feel tired or tight.

• rad roller
  
• gofit ball
  
• normal foam roller, half size
  
• yoga wheel - more useful for flexibility training, especially back and splits. I like just draping my upper back or hips over it and relaxing in the stretch.
  
  If I had to pick just one, it'd be gofit ball. That thing is very easy to use to target a muscle group, not too intense like lacross ball would be, not limited to one plane of motion like rad roller is. Hard to use gofit ball on the back though.
  
  Highly recommend gofit ball for hip/shoulder/back release if that's the only thing you're gonna get.

Last year a buddy and I took a 1300 mile trip around Colorado /r/dualsport ride on a Husqvarna 701 and a Yamaha WR250R. Here's a photo of the gear from last year.

This year we are adding one person (riding a monster, brand new, KTM 1090 Adventure R) to the crew and moving a little farther west to see some of the amazing sites in Utah. I put together a 1500 mile route, and will tack on White Rim Trail (if we can get passes) and wander around in Beef Basin for a bit.

A few of my friends have started using Polar Steps, so I've setup a trip and will try to keep it updated. I also maintain a simple website and will post photos on my flickr account.

Now, on to the fun, because sorting out gear and packing is half the fun of a /r/motocamping trip.

I'm involved in volunteer search and rescue (/r/searchandrescue) so a lot of this gear comes from my callout pack and extended incident command packs. The more experienced riders will notice that I'm lacking any tools, spares, tube slime, etc. I'm fortunate enough to be riding with 2 other riders that are packing all that jazz.

Two mottos:

1. buy once, cry once
   
2. high speed, low drag
   
   motorcycle
   
   

• Yamaha WR250R 2018
  
• Dunlop D606 tires
  
• heavy-duty tubes
  
• Tusk rack
  
• Tusk handguards
  
• Rox Speed 2" risers
  
• Seal Savers
  
• Moose Racing skid
  
• HaloCam front+rear dashcam
  
• IMS 3 gallon tank
  
• Double Take enduro mirros
  
• Edge2 fender eliminator
  
• USB charging port
  
  navigation
  
  
• Garmin 64s - Most Garmin's allow OSM maps. Free, crowd-sourced maps are a huge win in my opinion.
  
• Garmin inReach Mini - in the event I "full send"
  
• OSMAnd+ - Open Street Maps offline maps
  
• GaiaGPS - offline satellite images, private/public property maps, USFS road maps and topo maps
  
  photgraphy
  
  
• Sony a7iii
  
• Sigma 14mm f1.8
  
• F-stop Navin - mounted on my chest, holds my Sony a7iii
  
• Lowepro Toploader chest harness
  
• Lance Camera strap
  
• 3x Sony batteries
  
• Osprey ultralight dry sack 6L
  
• GoPro Hero 6 Black
  
• 6x GoPro batteries
  
• GoPro battery charger - charges 3 batteries at a time
  
• GoPro ND filters
  
• various GoPro mounts
  
  medical and hygiene
  
  
• SAM splint
  
• NAR Hyfin vent chest seal
  
• NAR rolled gauze
  
• QuikClot clotting gauze
  
• thermal blanket
  
• 3x hand warmers
  
• triangular bandage
  
• medical tape
  
• wound seal
  
• NAR tourniquet
  
• Leatherman Raptor medical shears
  
• basic meds
  
• basic bathroom supplies
  
  wearing
  
  
• Forma Adventure boots
  
• Fox v2 VLAR helmet
  
• REV'IT! Wind Jacket
  
• 100% Accuri Sand - the "sand" model helps with wind blowing on my eyes and drying contacts out
  
• grey smoke lens
  
• Mammut Neon Light 12L backpack
  
• Nonoise ear plugs - I know they are a bit pricey, but I've worn them 5 days in a row over 1500 miles and didn't even know they were there
  
• Road iD - blood type, date of birth, allergies and wife's contact info
  
• gloves
  
  sleeping
  
  
• Kammok Roo Single hammock
  
• Twisted Root Cloudburst rainfly
  
• Big Agnes Hitchens UL 20 sleeping bag - ultra-light, ultra-compact, I carry this for winter SAR activities
  
• ALPS Mountaineering compression sack - medium size, I use this in place of the Mosko Moto tail bag because it fits my sleeping bag, rainfly and hammock
  
• REI Flash sleeping pad - insulated is important
  
• Osprey ultralight dry sack 12L - used for my sleeping back, inside the ALPS compression sack, to ensure my sleeping bag stays dry
  
  inclement weather
  
  
• winter riding gloves
  
• Olympia Horizon rain pants
  
• rain jacket - cheap, no-name, fits over riding jacket
  
• face mask - ski/snowboarding style
  
• windbreaker - for over riding jacket, cheap no-name brand
  
• smart-wool base layer
  
• fleece jacket
  
  food
  
  
• 2.5L Osprey Hydraluics LT - inside the Mammut backpack
  
• GSI Pinnacle Soloist pot
  
• Light My Fire spork
  
• UST Delta Stormproof lighter - this actually failed to work on my trip last year to Colorado, but I think it was because we were at altitude
  
• [Primus Micron trail stove](primus pocket rocket) - mine is an older model
  
• Primus fuel cannister
  
• 4x backpacking dinners
  
• 4x backpacking breakfasts
  
  motorcycle
  
  
• 2x Primus 1.5L fuel bottles - unleaded fuel is important
  
• funnel
  
  clothing
  
  
• 1x riding pants
  
• 2x shirts
  
• 3x pairs of socks
  
• 3x underwear
  
  luggage
  
  
• Mosko Moto Reckless 40L saddlebags - I did 1500 miles through CO last year with these and absolutely loved them. A key feature for me is that I can snag the "sleeves" and run under a rainfly and setup my entire camp. Other brands, all your gear is in a bag, on the bike, so you have to stand next to the bike while you setup camp. Also important for when staying in hostels.
  
• Mosko Moto Pico tank bag
  
• Rok Straps
  
  misc
  
  
• Moo cards - I carry these for dropping in geocaches and sharing my photos with people I meet.
  
• Zebra H600Fc - recommended in /r/flashlight by /u/Zak
  
• 2x USB cable - multi port - these are nice and short, and can charge both micro-USB and USB-C devices at the same time
  
• Leatherman Skeletool
  
• flip flops
  
• shorts
  
• t-shirt
  
• 10x rechargable AA's

For fencing masks this is what I recommend, it is one of the cheapest masks you will find out there but has many features that come from higher end masks. Plus I read somewhere that one of the HEMA groups had done some testing and found that the mask strength quality was pretty high.
http://www.blue-gauntlet.com/BG-Coach-Mask-with-black-bib_p_3788.html

If you want back of the head protection the HEMA line from Absolute Fencing has gotten decent reviews, I have never used them.
http://www.absolutefencinggear.com/shopping/product_info.php/products_id/1245/cPath/111

I use a Diamond MMA cup and compression short combo that is great but it is probably overkill if you aren't doing grappling. I just wouldn't buy the super cheap solid plastic cups, many companies now make a cup with a softer flex edge to them that make them far more comfortable to wear.

I think this is my most recent mouth guard but I have happy with most except for the really really cheap designs. https://www.amazon.com/Venum-Challenger-Mouthguard-Red-Devi/dp/B00F2U1CTQ/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1469284543&sr=8-9&keywords=mouth+guard

Ugh. Sorry if I'm getting a little bit frustrated with this, but you're really not stating your problem clearly here. If you describe what effect you're after in more detail, and what purpose the cream serves, it would be a lot easier to point you to something.
So far I gather : you need to prevent dryness, add moisture if possible, and prevent it from feeling unpleasant when rubbing against fabric. Sounds like an occlusive / anti-chafing gel more than a moisturizer.

Here is a really good product that's specifically designed for women's parts. I have it at home and it's really great for making the skin feel smooth and comfortable, and retaining moisture : https://www.amazon.com/MONISTAT-Complete-Chafing-Relief-Powder/dp/B00AXVJF52/

In the UK specifically, searching for "anti-chafing gel", there seem to be a couple of options :
Lanacane : I've had this one before and it's not as smooth / silky as the Monistat one, but it's ok.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lanacane-3284726-Anti-Chafing-Gel-28grams/dp/B00YCQGRJG

These two - I have no idea if they're good but have good reviews and the first one has suitable ingredients :
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Udderly-Smooth-Chamois-Chaffing-Butter/dp/B002DR4ISI
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bodyglide-AB4-Anti-Chafe-0-45oz/dp/B000KIMTCY


Won't recommend you DIY this because it has more complex ingredients that you'll need to source and figure out how to assemble.

that's a pretty legit list right there. I have a trunk full of gear, probably worth almost as much as my car. I do a lot of contract work, so my list is pretty much the same just slightly beefed up.

• I have a basic tech kit from Amazon
  
• I have a buttset Sometimes reffered to as a linemans set.
  
• About 10 of these Floating around my car/trunk/tool bags and person. because i like to lose things lol
  
• A Basic cable tester
  
• This Cable mapper
  
• Coax crimper (For tv, and bnc)
  
• Crimp Kit
  
• I buy these Like candy, they're perfect for ISO's for giving to customers with instructions and/or iso's just perfect in general for a lot of things.
  
• Stinger Flash light Serves double duty as a i'm a volunteer first and second responder
  
• Cable stripper
  
  Replenishables
  
  
• I Keep at least 50 of these on hand
  
• rg59 tips (CCTV BNC Tips)
  
• RG6 tips (Cable TV)
  
• RJ45 tips (A mason jar filled with about 60-100)
  
• at minimum of box of cat5 Sometimes up to three boxes. i will have a job soon that will require six of them lol.
  
• Patch Cables 3f and 5ft usually at minimum 10 of each
  
• zip ties (Usually three containers of 500 of assorted sizes)
  
• White 2 4 and 6 port keystone faceplates
  
• White keystone blanks
  
• low voltage mounting brackets
  
• white 1 and 2 port surface mount boxes
  
• some hdmi cables (Usually just 4 or 5 of these)
  
• electrical tape (5 50' rolls of different color) for many things
  
• Pull string
  
• dikes (Not really but they dissappear so fast they feel like it) like These
  
• I actually keep two label makers
  
• Rolls of 8 inch velcro ties
  
  contractor things
  
  
• Step bits
  
• Paddle bits
  
• Hole Saw Kit
  
• Masonry bits
  
• Caulk gun
  
• caulk
  
• grommets
  
• Ladder
  
• First aid kit
  
• 150' Fish tape
  
• An 18V Cordless DeWalt Hammer Drill
  
• Regular drill bits
  
  
  
• I use these to organize my laptop bag (win surface pro with usb to rj45 adapter, usb to db9 adapter, console cable, lan cable, wifi hotspot, anker battery pack, 500gb usb hard drive etc)
  
• I use these bags to organize everything
  
  and a myriad of other small parts pertaining to surveillance system installs, and screw bits for my drill, and i even have secured walkies for when i have multiple employees on site. plus i have to admit bluetooth headsets for when i have to deal with helpdesks or tech support while i'm on site... did i mention i do a lottttt of contract work. i'm all over the place. every now and then i run into things that this kit can't handle but for the most part i come away with a rather professional look.
  
  sorry for formatting, i've seen plenty of these posts this is the first time i took time to actually look up evrything i've purchased.
  
  Edit: Some formatting. added velcro :P

Like /u/Falling_Glass I usually just use Gold Bond Body Powder, but there are some other options depending on what exactly you are looking for. Bodyglide comes in a stick like deodorant, and it seems to have good reviews. Elitefts just started selling Dr. Greenfield's Chafe Shield, but I don't know much about it. Anti Monkey Butt Powder is another product I have heard about people using. There is also a Chafing Relief Powder Gel that works well, but is pretty expensive (and is marketed to women if that is an issue). Maybe one of these will fit what you are looking for.

I have this problem too and there’s a few things that might help!

• Mouth guards from the dentist will only help at night time and personally I find that sports ones are cheaper, thinner, easier to replace, and actually hurt my jaw less. This one is my personal favourite and is the easiest to re-do if you mess it up.
  
  
• Mindfullness apps sometimes have timers and reminders to reduce your stress! Google Assistant can send you custom push notifications to relax.
  
  Addressing underlying issues and work/life balance were big ones for me. Consciously telling my jaw to relax was super helpful and the night mouth guard helped the most because I didn’t wake up tense. Best of luck friend!

Have an audiobook, podcast, or Netflix show that you really like but only listen to/watch when working out. I find that it helps me to go out on runs when I know it's 40 minutes I get to listen to an audiobook I'm super into.

I find that suiting up for exercise helps motivate me. Change into your workout clothes and shoes, the rest tends to follow. Also, I like walking outside because it doesn't require that I go to a gym (unless you have a treadmill at home...).

For chafing, BODY GLIDE! https://www.amazon.com/Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe-Balm-Packaging/dp/B005L8YVRO

This changed my life a wee bit.

Bodyglide anti-chafe stick - rub it wherever chafes, and no more chafing :) I finally now can wear dresses and skirts without needing to wear shorts underneath, and the whole clusterfuck of pulling those up when they lower too much, but not pulling them up too much or you'll chafe again... gah.

I would recommend it, I saw it on loseit a while ago and decided to try it on a whim - worthwhile whim, lemme tell you. If you get the smaller one it also fits into bags/purses really easily and so you can take it if you need to reapply it :)

But also hell yes, I would love to not even need this stuff! Always been a thigh rubber, hopefully one day that part of me will (literally) disappear!

Yep this is my favorite boil and bite. I don't know how they compare to custom fitted ones but they have worked great for my sparring. Best part about them is they don't cut up your mouth from being too hard. I tried like 5 other boil and bites with various problems, none of those here.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BFID530/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Edit: These look like a similar design for another option
http://www.amazon.com/Venum-Challenger-Mouthguard-Red-Devi/dp/B00F2U1CTQ/ref=sr_1_7?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1420390865&sr=1-7&keywords=mouthguard

YES! I started having knee pain late into BBG 1.0 (week 9 or so). It turns out I tore my MCL (inner knee) and my knees felt like they were on fire some days but achy others. I made sure to rest them when I could and wear knee sleeves on BBG Leg days. I bought some simple compression knee sleeves (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019ZK0WS0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1). Most importantly, I made sure to be more aware of my side-to-side movements. I keep my knees straight when doing the jumping moves and make sure to stretch really well.

Rosin is the equivalent of chalk for silks and rope. You can either get try rosin and apply it to your hands with a bit of rubbing alcohol to get it wet or you can get aerosolized rosin. Spray athletic adhesive also works very well.

It's great however I would reccomend over time as your grip strength improves, only use it when you need it that way you continue to build your grip strength.

I have played pretty much my whole life and never once used a mouth guard for basketball. I also don't recall seeing anyone else using one. Overall I really don't believe they are necessary for the average person in basketball. If you have a dental issue then yes ask a dentist. If, for some reason it makes you more comfortable to have one, there are several options. I use this somewhat regularly for BJJ and while its kind of bulky it works just fine. If you plan on using it for a long time though you might just invest in a custom one so you can communicate better with your team.

Happy to help! The blister stick is very small so it fits really easily in your bag, you can actually use it on your legs too. A lot of people recommend Bodyglide which is an antichafe stick. I haven't tried it yet but I imagine it works great for both as well.

Here are a few other items that can be purchased to help keep you cool while at work /u/CupKate123.

• Cool Collar Cost $59.95 USD
  
• Nano Icecool Collar Cost $39.00 USD
  
• Instant Cooling Head Towel Cost $19.93 USD
  
• Evaporative Cooling Hat Cost $29.95 USD
  
• Evaporative Cooling Bandana with Cooling Towel Cost $3.99 USD
  
• Chillypad Cooling Towel Cost $9.95 USD
  
• Evaporative Cooling Vest Cost $31.05 USD
  
  I tried to source items that were somewhat affordable and something you might be able to wear or use in your small assigned work space at the cash register. It is not the best solution to your situation but it just might help in some small way to prevent heatstroke and or help you feel less like fainting due to overheating.

I’ve had bone spurs, tendinitis, and IT bands for years now. I usually start to break down around 6 miles in to a run. I have found that knee sleeves can help push that out to 13 miles or so. I have a HIM in 4 weeks and I’ve done my training with the sleeves on and I’ve been super happy with how well they’ve worked. This is what I have

This should help ease her back pain. A hot compress relaxes the muscles so she should feel better when she's wearing it.

Here is something from my wishlist. A used copy is only $2.28! :)

And, last but not least - ending on a happy note... This is a picture of my puppy when his floppy ears were just beginning to stand up on their own.

Let's be pain free and I hope your mom recovers quickly!

Edit: Also, Tiger Balm works wonders for aching muscles!

Wrist guards. If you write code for a living or just use a computer, they're very worthwhile (plus most falls will kill your palms without them). Not the set I own, but they look good

For padding I bought these:
Knees, elbows

Helmet looks like a good deal. Ideally, you also want decent shoes, long-pants, and a jacket to cover your arms, legs, and feet. This is what I wear when I'm really riding quickly, but for < 20 MPH, you can probably shed a bit of it.

After two years of a $5 model I bought this: the Venum "Challenger" Mouthguard, Red Devil. It's 14$ but has great value. Comparable to a custom one. It is made of two different material. Harder on the outside, soft gel like in the inside.

Which tapes have you tried? I have the same issue and the only tape I've found that is tacky enough (for the most part) is Broz tape. Even then I typically use a tack spray on my thumbs to hold the tape on better because every so often the Broz tape doesn't stick as well as I'd like.

The one I use is Cramer Firm Grip. Makes the tape stick really well and not move at all. It does leave some residue on your thumbs after taking the tape off but it's easy enough to clean off. Cramer also makes a pre-spray meant for before taping but I didn't like it as much as the firm grip when I used it.

I have this normally and pregnancy has made it come back. I love this thing: https://www.amazon.com/GoFit-Polar-Roller-Plantar-Fasciitis/dp/B01B6QSD7S/ref=asc_df_B01B6QSD7S/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241967132353&hvpos=1o3&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10978386552330089209&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9030978&hvtargid=pla-524264356553&psc=1


Also wearing Birkenstocks 99% of the time helps me :)

female here, and i get chaffing really bad on my thighs too. I generally wear "boyshort" style underwear (so kind of like boxer briefs but a little shorter in the legs) but make sure they aren't made of cotton! Also I rub this in between my legs about 10 minutes before i run. You can find it in most sporting goods stores in chicago-land, but i don't know about canada.

Good luck!

Bike, Bike, Bike

I had a bad case of PF, and went to the see a Dr about it. Took some anti-inflammatory which helped. He gave me some orthotics which have helped, and exercises and stretches which also have helped.

I picked up this PF cold roller which I do periodically to help stretch it out -https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01B6QSD7S/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

But back to the Bike. My Dr told me not to run for awhile, which meant I had to switch to the bike. Don't discount the bike as thinking it's easier because it most certainly is not. :) I get a better workout with more splats on bike than treads. You can control the resistance with more fidelity than on the treads, and easier to get feedback since you can watch your RPM and watts in comparison to your gear.

Not a fan of the strider though. It felt like I was running on a bumpy road.

I have thought about going back to treads, but honestly I found the bike to be better overall since it's lower impact on joints like knees and ankles. The one downside is having to adjust the bike to your seat and handlebar height if you are swapping with someone.

You might like the SISU mouth guard. You fit it to your top teeth, so you can still talk and drink with it on. It is pretty comfortable to wear if fitted properly, and if it starts to bother you, you can just take it out when you are not getting shot at, and put it back in when the action starts.

I ordered a bunch of stuff for this year. I went a little amazon crazy.

I stubbed my toe on a tent stake last year so I ordered these glow in the dark tent stakes.

I figured this blow up couch would be a cool addition to our campsite.


I got one of these battery powered fans for my tent.


I ordered a few of these batter powered led lights in different colors for decoration.


I ordered like 4 of these portable fans for our camping group to clip onto their camel packs for the daytime heat.


I ordered this portable battery pack to keep my phone charged.


I ordered a 300 pack of glowsticks 100 for each day.

I ordered these light shooter things. They are fun to play with in the camping grounds.


I ordered one of these anti chafe sticks for my fat legs. It's truly a life saver.


Also I ordered The Watterpuff for obvious reasons.

Maybe I'm being picky, but I'd like to get something like this

https://www.amazon.com/Mission-Enduracool-Techknit-Cooling-Hoodie/dp/B00BP570Z2?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_10

Something that protects forehead, nose, ears, and neck. This one above splits in the back and won't cover the neck. And that's not black.

The G forms I believe wouldn't slip because they have that slip resistant material on the inside it's like a rubbery band that goes around the top and bottom of the pads .

These are the ones I purchased and I do not recommend these because they did not stay on my arm when I crash I fell and I slid across the ground and the pad went sliding with the ground and then my Bearskin went sliding against the ground and these parents were nowhere to be found they were slid down past my elbow leaving my skin to get scraped up so I don't recommend them at all
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072B9K85Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GvS7AbJGA76V3

I thought maybe it was because I order a large and when I redid my sizing measurement I realized that I'm a little bit closer to a medium so I ordered the medium just to try it and the medium or way too tight so I think that the large is okay but these pads don't stay on when you fall asleep because there is friction at it when you fall because the pads are Fabric and not hard plastic so they won't slide you really need something that's going to slide with the ground plastic will do or anything that has a hardcover.

I did order the knee pads from them too and so far I can say that the knee pads are working pretty well and I have had no problems with them even when I crashed I did hit my knees pretty bad on the ground but these pads actually did reduce some of the force so they did their job and I do recommend these knee pads and a cheap alternative and are really good in my opinion. Just don't get their elbow pads.

Don't know about others but for me it was about massage to get my locked up muscles to relax then strengthening them. Get one of these and get into those tight back muscles. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IKFGMWM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ah.CAb3SSKQA3
I use a hockey (lacrosse) ball too.

This used to happen to me!!! Before long runs I use Glide on my underarms and on my bra line. It glides on just like deodorant and it took care of my chafing immediately.

Bodyglide Original Anti-Chafe Balm (0.45-Ounce) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KIMTCY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.fLRybMC0EV43

I have a Venom mouthguard: https://www.amazon.com/Venum-Challenger-Mouthguard/dp/B00F2U1CTQ?th=1

pretty cheap, was easy to boil and fit. I hated wearing a mouthpiece but this one is great, you won't even know its there

Totally unglamorous, but this would be helpful. Thanks for the contest!

I use this. I first got it for running, but found it is perfect for walking a course as well.

That's like the ultimate NSV. Congratulations!

For all those still suffering, Body Glide is a miracle worker. It's the only way I can wear skirts/dresses in the summer!

Body Glide will become your best friend.

http://www.amazon.com/Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe-Balm-Packaging/dp/B005L8YVRO

Bodyglide. This is magical for protecting skin while you're breaking in new shoes.

Another good one is moleskin, which is like a bandaid without the pad so it helps protect without sliding around.

Guuuuurl, get you some body-glide! I use it for marathons but it's great for chafing shorts or skirts too!

http://www.amazon.com/BodyGlide-BGCB-Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe/dp/B005L8YVRO

I can't believe no one has posted bodyglide yet. Life saver. I used to chafe under the arms, lower back where the top of my shorts would rub my lower back, between the legs, etc. Rub a generous amount of that stuff all over those areas now and I'm chafe free. Highly recommend it.

I recommend bodyglide. Without bodyglide I've chafed painfully (although not too badly) from a 4 hour marathon. With bodyglide I've had absolutely no chafing from a 5 hour 50k, so it definitely helps.

For shorts I went to a local running store and tried on about 5 different pairs until I found something comfortable for me. It's convenient buying stuff on amazon, but for running shorts, I think the personal fit is quite important.

I can't really provide advice on anything but chafing: As mention below, compression shorts are great. But I'd also suggest using Body Glide. It's a petroleum jelly like substance in deodorant stick form. Spread some of that around your thighs and it will be less uncomfortable.

http://www.amazon.com/Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe-Balm-Packaging/dp/B005L8YVRO

Why/where are you chafing?

Chaffing is almost 100% preventable. Are you wearing anything cotton? Stop. 100% Polyester will almost always prevent chaffing. If that doesn't stop the chaffing, you can try tighter fitting clothes or I personally love Body Glide. The 0.45 oz bottle will last quite a while. You just apply it before the run, wherever you think you'll chafe, and it helps prevent it!

I have this one https://www.amazon.com/Venum-Challenger-Mouthguard-Red-Devi/dp/B00F2U1CTQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1467212402&sr=8-1&keywords=mma+mouth+guard

Works well, you mold it to your mouth with boiling water so it fits great.

https://www.amazon.com/Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe-Balm-Packaging/dp/B005L8YVRO

I can't fix the thing with the jeans (how expensive!) but this stuff is amazing.

https://www.amazon.com/Swiss-Safe-First-Piece-32-Piece/dp/B01G45DWOK/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1542376067&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=first+aid+kit&psc=1

I'm a nurse and we use live swords in our iai training so I made sure our dojo had a good first aid kit.

Ventolin is (at least in the US) prescription only. If your students have severe asthma they should bring their inhaler. For heart attacks you want full-strength aspirin on hand. Hypoglycemia, have disintegrating glucose tabs.

Don’t worry! Many of us have slippery hands. Unfortunately you have to keep trying products until you find one that works. I would recommend:

Dry Hands. Works great. You apply some on your hands and it dries out the sweat.

Tite Grip. I believe you are supposed to put this stuff on a bit before practice and let it dry. It will reduce overall hand sweat.

Firm Grip. This is not for your hands as much as your body. Spray it on to those sweaty body parts that are slipping off the pole.

I had the same issue - I have a slippery nylon/spandex unitard and my routine has a drop that ends with needing to grip/pinch behind my knees or else I land on my head. I picked up Cramer Firm Grip Spray http://www.amazon.com/Cramer-Anti-Slip-Enhancer-Activities-Gymnastics/dp/B0001DK088 and it has been fantastic. Added benefit beyond good stick is that there is no visible residue

I had this problem with my chrome xpole too. The only thing that's made a difference for me is this Firm Grip spray (https://www.amazon.com/Cramer-Activities-Gymnastics-Weightlifting-Powerlifting/dp/B0001DK088/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1526663677&sr=8-3&keywords=firm+grip)

I have super sweaty hands and this product has made a huge difference. I can get through 20+ minutes without needing to reapply/wipe down the pole. One can lasts me 8+ months of regular use.

For me, the best lube for the ring is body glide. But I think you've got more issues than just lube.

I used a Dremel with a sanding wheel to put a little bevel in the ring. Making that edge a little less abrupt helped.

You might need a larger ring. cb-x.com sells rings larger than the ones that come with the CB-6Ks. You might need to step up to a 2 1/8 or even a 2 1/4 inch ring.

Be careful. You probably need some time off to heal.

Hello again! I want to link everything that I have to you, but just a few instead: mouthguard, protective cup, jump/speed rope, etc. Did you design this contest for me? Cool contest! <3

Using body glide also helps prevent blisters. It's usually in the bandage or workout aisle. It's saved my butt so many times.

I can vouch for the Venum Mouthguard. Best mouthguard out there for $15 in my experience! I use mine for MMA and BJJ.

Oh and if you have any recommandation about mouthguards... feel free to tell me. I have a mouthguard I'd like to replace: I feel I have a hard time breathing with the one I have.

Edit: I looked a bit further and I found that one:
https://www.amazon.com/SISU-Guards-Mouthguard-Original-Charcoal/dp/B00N1UJ994/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

Seems thin, I was wondering if somebody tried it.

And a more classic one:

https://www.amazon.com/Venum-Challenger-Mouthguard-Red-Devi/dp/B00F2U1CTQ/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

But I'm not certain it would let me breath and talk that easily...

I've heard good things about this product. It's an anti-chafing swipe-on stick. It kinda looks like deodorant!

Body glide works well too! :)

Not sure how much help you need, but I'm satisfied with these.

I ordered this one:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F2U1CTQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Yea you boil it but looks pretty easy..

Did you know Amazon will donate a portion of every purchase if you shop by going to smile.amazon.com instead? Over $50,000,000 has been raised for charity - all you need to do is change the URL!

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I got a hood that is made out of the cooling towel material and it is awesome. Mission is the company that makes it https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BP570Z2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_aiypzbM7NRXJ6

Body Glide is my go to chaffing remedy. I was introduced to it while hiking. It's the most amazing thing in the world. http://www.amazon.com/BodyGlide-BGCB-Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe/dp/B005L8YVRO

Based on a google search, which I know is the best way to figure out what's wrong with you, I think I get intermittent "runner's knee." My knee feels wobbly and stiff (which sounds contradictory) when I run, and then there's a dull pain for the rest of the day, increased wobbliness, and a weird "texture" (?) when I unbend it. The next day it's fine again.

I do squats to try and strengthen my knees/legs, but that's about it other than walking and running.

I'm thinking about buying this knee compression sleeve. Do you think this would help? Even when it doesn't hurt, my knee has always been a little baby. I'm fairly certain (had them fitted) that my shoes aren't the issue.

But one of these and combine with one of these. Cost me £15 and works in days. Better than Crest whitestrips and the same product you'd get from your dentist/hygienist.

Then when you hit your desired degree of whiteness maintain it with the Sonicare/baking soda stuff others have suggested.

UFlex Athletics Knee Compression Sleeve, Single Wrap, Medium https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019ZK0WS0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_Mftw9EtoYA7EL

This is the one I have. Worn it about 100 times now and it’s still in good condition. I hand wash it about every 10 uses.

this stuff worked wonders on me when i wanted to run but its also good if its just one of those days.

Body Glide will prevent that. I use it every sesh on my neck and armpits. Also great for your nuts if you get chaffed from board shorts. A single stick of this stuff will last almost a year. At least it does for me and i surf 3-5 times a week.

It's not oily or anything like that. Little pricey but worth it not having a raw neck or balls.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019ZK0WR6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I bought these knee sleeves about one month ago for weight-lifting/running/basketball. Works fantastic for me, never slides down. Over 6,500 reviews at 4.8 stars.

I have one of these and it helps me to not worry about my dental implant https://www.amazon.com/Venum-Challenger-Mouthguard-Red-Devil/dp/B00F2U1CTQ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=venum+mouthguard&qid=1574568809&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyNjJFSUEwMFgwOVdMJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMDc5NDYwMlRZUzA2VzJXMFgzWSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTc3NTQ1M0VBUzlBV0xNMDRGRiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Before: apply BodyGlide liberally to armpit areas.

During run: spray armpit areas thoroughly with TriSlide.

After: as soon as possible soap wash all that scum out in a warm shower.

Keep the hair, it helps reduce friction.

• BodyGlide: https://amzn.com/B000KIMTCY
  
• TriSlide: https://amzn.com/B0017I532E
  
  

If you have any problems with rubbing--your breasts on your rib cage, your thighs when you walk, your bra on your armpits when you sweat--try an anti-chafe stick. They're cheap and, at least for me, crazy effective. I can walk for hours now without feeling any friction. Personally, I stole my partner's Body Glide, and now I use it any time I'm walking in shorts or a dress. I visited NYC with a friend, offered him some Body Glide when he chafed after our first day walking around the city, and now he loves it, too. I actually forgot to use it before exercising this morning, and I definitely noticed the difference.

Deodorant can work, too, but I find it can leave white marks on my clothing and doesn't give the same amount of "glide."

Anyone have any luck with this?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KIMTCY/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Body Glide is your friend

This stuff is your friend http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005L8YVRO

Get them a FIRST AID KIT!

It'll mean a lot coming from someone who's in medical school, and it's a useful practical thing to have.

I'm just getting (re)started myself. Couple things I've noticed as a bigger dude. Chafing may be an issue. It sucks, prevent it.

My nipples are on fire after a wet run. This also sucks.

Some kind of running sock to prevent hotspots on your feet. I got a nice blister on my last longer run. Don't do like I did and use cheap cotton socks.

Download Strava and join the Reddit Running group. I get random kudos from people I've never met and it's really fulfilling for some reason.

some guy named parizal recommend this instead https://www.amazon.com/ACE-Compress-Back-Wrap-Cold-x/dp/B005YU8X6O/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1541076907&sr=8-3&keywords=ace+back+wrap

https://www.amazon.com/Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe-Balm-Packaging/dp/B005L8YVRO

Saved me last year

I use this stuff called Bodyglide. It's like a stick of deodorant made of Teflon (no idea if that is what it really is).

body glide

http://www.amazon.com/BodyGlide-BGCB-Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe/dp/B005L8YVRO

it comes in a stick like deodorant.

SISU Mouth Guards Max 2.4mm Custom Fit Sports Mouthguard for Youth/Adults, NextGen, Charcoal Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYP2A8Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_JKRFDbR4B2KM9

This company has a set that's for braces. You mold it yourself

Body Glide.... You may be as woolly as me but I guarantee you aren't woollier...

Edit: linky

Body Glide works really well. You just rub it on the areas where you're prone to chaffing.

BodyGlide is great for preventing the rash.

I heard the best mouth guards are the custom made ones but they are pretty expensive and I don't think they worth it. You should probably get a mold and as far as I know, there aren't any special brands for them, and don't buy lower teeth guard it really is a waste of money.

Btw if you have braces buy a mold mouthguard suitable for braces.

Few suggestions -

Link 1 (not suitable for braces)

Link 2 (suitable for braces)

For me, the type and quality of a mouthguard isn't really important because they are all practically the same aside from some gimmicks.

I'd like to suggest bodyglide in lieu of deodorant on inner thighs- I also use it under my breasts as a barrier against where my sports bra "cinches".

Massive cost?

Body glide is something like $9 a tube, and that shit will last you several months. I use it when I run, and its great.

http://www.amazon.com/BodyGlide-BGCB-Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe/dp/B005L8YVRO

As for cycling Chamois Butt'r is maybe $15 a tube on the high end, but again it will last you a few months if you use it in moderation.

http://www.amazon.com/Chamois-Buttr-8-Ounce-Skin-Lubricant/dp/B000HZGTUS

Go to your local running store and purchase Glide. It's a lifesaver! Put it on anywhere that rubs. That includes in between thighs, between skin and clothing that rubs and anywhere else that causes irritation due to rubbing.

I've been a runner for the majority of my life and I've never had a thigh gap. It all depends on how you're built and having your thighs rub can be completely normal (and irritating).

For a cheap boil-and-bite guard I like http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00181B8LK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 it's nice and thin and at $5 if you hate it you haven't sunk a lot of money on it.

Couple people mentioned Body Glide and it 100% helped me get rid of my serious groin chafing issues.

Here is the amazon link

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bodyglide-AB4-Anti-Chafe-0-45oz/dp/B000KIMTCY

We live in the tropics, so humid heat every day.

Body Glide once in the morning before dressing saves our lives/thighs. https://www.amazon.com/Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe-Balm-Packaging/dp/B005L8YVRO

Toe socks will reduce friction, as will Bodyglide . Or just build up distance slowly and your skin will get used to it.

http://www.amazon.com/BodyGlide-BGCB-Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe/dp/B005L8YVRO

I've used this stuff for Coachella, Burning Man, 115 degree humid heat in the middle east, etc. Looks similar to the gold bon, I have never tried the gold bond though.

They sell this stuff at REI and probably at running shoe stores, etc.

Not a man, but Body Glide is a thigh-saver during the humid Southern summers.

You should give this stuff a try if you haven't already...

Body Glide

Is it between the legs? I use a product called body glide and it works amazingly.

http://www.amazon.com/Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe-Balm-Packaging/dp/B005L8YVRO

http://www.amazon.com/BodyGlide-BGCB-Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe/dp/B005L8YVRO

That's what my wife used for jogging in hot weather.

Or just buy some of this:

http://www.amazon.com/BodyGlide-BGCB-Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe/dp/B005L8YVRO

This or these?

Cure then prevent.

Bodyprox Elbow Protection Pads 1 Pair (Medium), Elbow Guard Sleeve https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072B9K85Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3xSFDbW8N61AX

This shit for chafing is dope.

http://www.amazon.com/Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe-Balm-Packaging/dp/B005L8YVRO

Bodyprox Elbow Protection Pads 1... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072B9K85Q?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Bodyprox Protective Knee Pads,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L379FPE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Body Glide. Body Glide Body Glide Body Glide. Body Glide! Also, if you're a guy, bandaids for the nips. I can't remember offhand but I think I use these; they stayed put through a marathon.

https://www.amazon.com/Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe-Balm-Packaging/dp/B005L8YVRO

Snug-fitting quick-dry moisture-wicking shirt will move around less and chafe less.

Bodyglide to reduce friction.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005L8YVRO

bodyglide http://www.amazon.com/BodyGlide-BGCB-Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe/dp/B005L8YVRO

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00F2U1CTQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1524428119&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=venum+mouthguard&dpPl=1&dpID=41lnCqCUAwL&ref=plSrch

This one worked for me

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000KIMTCY/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1422060060&sr=8-2&dpPl=1&dpID=51B9kozewAL&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SY200_QL40

Or similar...

I have this
https://www.amazon.com/Shock-Doctor-Adult-Strapless-Mouthguard/dp/B00181B8LK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1467215120&sr=8-1&keywords=mouthguard
It's better than the simple boil and bite as it has rubber inserts to give it more durability. It's still thin and less bulky than most. Most others are thick and include dual layers of a hard outer and gel inner layer. While a good concept, I find that they suck.

I've tried others including the expensive ones. The expensive ones have proven overpriced crap. This one has held up.

Going from cold water to warm water is tough, and chafing will be your mortal enemy, especially if you're spending all day in the water for an extended period of time. Watch any part of you that is making contact with the board, indirect or direct.

I'd definitely wear something that is package-hugging underneath your board shorts. I've used compression shorts, others I know have done a speedo. This is close to necessary and you will almost certainly wreck your entire unit within a single long session if you don't.

Your chest and even your knee pits (if you're on a wide board) can also get wrecked more easily than you'd expect.

I wore a rashguard and also put this on every session in problem spots: http://www.amazon.com/BodyGlide-BGCB-Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe/dp/B005L8YVRO

Also, you'll probably need to put your leash on tighter than you're used to, since you no longer have a wetsuit keeping you safe from it jiggling around.

Bauerfiend Genutrains (though they're expensive). They're ridiculously comfortable, coming from someone who has torn a meniscus in one knee and has tendonitis in the other. The cheaper route would be UFlex Athetics' knee compression sleeve.

Genutrain: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0053VE1E2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
UFlex: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019ZK0WS0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Bodyglide-Original-Anti-Chafe-Balm-Packaging/dp/B005L8YVRO

I seriously couldn't live without it. I live in China and have to get it imported.

You have a couple of options if it's chafing. One, you can use compression shorts. These usually cut down on any friction and keep all the bits in the right places. Less movement means less opportunity to chafe.

The other thing is get some sort of lubricant to cut down on friction points. Vaseline will work, although it might discolor your shorts. Bodyglide is what I usually use (the main parts are okay, but I get bad chafing sometimes on my upper thighs), it works great. A tube of it lasts a long time. No discoloration on clothes either.

They actually make lube for legs! My husband has a problem with chafing, so I ordered him this recently, and he said it works well:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005L8YVRO/ref=redir_mdp_mobile

Body Glide. Alternatively, you can use deodorant, just be aware if it's already raw/scabbed up it'll burn like hell, so more of a preventative thing.

Yeah, I ended up buying Body Glide because it got so bad.

My retail job walking around for 8 hours was murder on my inner thighs.

> I ran through the rash that happens when your legs are too fat and rub together.

Another pro fat girl with flabby thighs that rub together trick... is this stuff right here. Bodyglide. Sounds like a sex thing, but it's not. It works great.

And for the diet stuff... remember, the first week or maybe two is always the worst. It's your adjustment period. Not that it's smooth sailing after that, but it gets much more manageable.

PS... Congrats on the running achievement! I do good just to get my lazy ass out the door every other day to do my c25k program. Lol. And I am super slow. Did just barely 2 miles last night in about 25 minutes.

Compression gear allows me to run without pain. Try it!

Last year I tried C25K, and had to stop after week 2 because my left IT band was killing me.

I signed up for the Nashville Sprint (my first Spartan race) a few weeks ago, and decided to start the C210K program. After the first run, my left IT band felt sore again. A coworker that runs marathons told me about compression gear (socks and knee sleeves). I bought some from Amazon, and now I can run without pain!

Here's the compression gear I use:

• MudGear Premium Compression Socks
  
  
• UFlex Athletics Knee Compression Sleeves (I wear 2 of these, 1 on each knee)
  
  
• An alternative to the UFlex knee sleeves are the Pure Support Knee Brace Sleeves.

A lot of replies have already said this, but consider switching from (assumed) boardshorts to a speedo. As a swimmer and Polo player, if I get in the pool for anything other than just paddling around I wear a speedo. If you feel uncomfortable with that you can try a different cut, maybe a drag suit like this (no chafing)

http://www.kiefer.com/kiefer-poly-mesh-trainer-products-1754.php?page_id=147

My last tip is to use body glide. Apply to chafing area before your workout.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000KIMTCY?pc_redir=1410773776&robot_redir=1

Body Glide! Body Glide all the things that touch other things.

Chafing is a real threat and can ruin your race. Nips, thighs etc.