Richard Runs Trails Richard

Discussion about preventing blisters or hot spots during running or other endurance sports. I talk about shoes, socks, lubes, and treatment if blisters do surface during a race.
Blisters are most often caused by skin being damaged by friction or heat. Certain medical conditions also cause blisters to appear. The damaged upper layer of skin (epidermis) tears away from the layers beneath and fluid (serum) collects in the space to create a blister.

Amazon links for products mentioned:
Pnrskter Blister Bandages: https://amzn.to/3EhMZva
Injinji Socks: https://amzn.to/3EgrL0J

Toenail Fungus Treatment For Runners
Tips on treating toenail fungus (onchomycosis). This video is great for all types of endurance athletes such as triathletes, ultra runners, distance runners, marathoners, and cyclists.
A fungal nail infection is a common condition that can leave you with brittle, discolored nails, which is usually on your toes. It is very common for trail runners.
Toe nail fungus is a lot like athlete’s foot. But instead of affecting the skin on the bottom of your feet or between your toes, it invades your nails.
The FDA has approved the use of tolnaftate for the treatment and prevention of athlete’s foot and ringworm for over 50 years. Tolnaftate is used in well over 70 products worldwide. Formula 3 is not a suspension compound like many other products.
The product has received the American Podiatric Medical Association’s Seal of Approval.
For best results, It is recommended to apply fast-acting, quick-absorbing Formula 3® Antifungal after taking a shower when the skin has the greatest capacity for absorption.

Common types of toe nail fungus:
A yeast toenail infection is usually white, a mold infection is generally a dull brown, and a dermatophyte infection is generally yellow.

Heat and vibration therapy for fast, targeted back pain relief after exercise or hard work.
This product provides easy back pain relief with the HeatPulse Back & Core Massager. It features powerful pulse vibration therapy and the hottest temperatures on the market, and is powered by HeatLast™ technology for up to 3.5 hours’ use on a single charge.
You can select from three temperature settings for both the core and back, and three optimized vibration modes, with a user-friendly design that ensures instant relief at the touch of a button.

👉Manufacturer product page:
https://hey.hydragun.com/Richard-Runs-Trails

👉Additional details:
The HeatPulse Back & Core was designed to help with:
• Chronic non-specific back pain
• Sciatica
• Postural pain and stiffness from extended sitting, standing, driving, or desk work
• Back strain from lifting heavy loads or repetitive strain
• Post-workout abdominal pain
• Period pain (menstrual cramps)

👉Full-coverage front and back heating:
• Envelops you in warmth to help your
muscles relax more completely
• Choose front or back heating, or both
• Curves in the back to provide coverage to
the lower back and tailbone

👉Powerful, lasting relief with HeatLastTM
infrared graphene technology:
• Heats up to 131°F (55°C) for fast, potent
pain relief
• Heats up in seconds for immediate effect
• Deep relief with 30-minute treatment
sessions
• Up to 210 minutes’ use on a single charge

👉Other design features:
• Detachable control pod for easy USB-C charging
• Sleek, simple, intuitive user interface
• Soft, breathable, skin-safe performance fabric with antimicrobial lining

👉 Check with your doctor if not sure about using this product.

Texas Endurance 48 HR Race Recap which gives details on my challenges and strategy for winning the men's race in Fort Worth, Texas.
About this race courtesy Wrath Racing website:
"The 48-hour and 24-Hour at the Texas Endurance Runs are definitely not for the faint of heart, that's for sure! Runners need to be heat acclimated to make headway during the day, and need to have a good race plan to maximize the cooler nights. But in some ways the crazy heat is kind of the point - the runners form friendships in the face of adversity that they otherwise wouldn't or couldn't. For someone new to the sport, those kinds of connections to veterans, and the tips and stories they share, could be invaluable.
For the first 8 years of the race, it was 'by invitation' only - you had to know the RD or one of their friends to get an invitation to run, so we had an idea whether you could handle the race. The original race was a Fat-Ass event with no permits and no shirts. Runners camped in the yard, and ran through the neighborhood and local park. John & Kay donated ice, water, and a location, and any snacks or sodas they had lying around the house.
WRATH Racing is a small business. Our events have a 6-year pay-back horizon, meaning that they are expected to lose money for the first 2-3 years, before gradually starting to earn money each year, and (hopefully) break even overall by the 6th year. None of our events has yet reached the payback horizon, so any cancellations, postponements, or changes in registration numbers will result in a monetary loss for the company, especially if it occurs close to the event date.
Some expenses are paid several months prior to the event, and may be non-refundable (ie Permit applications, Special Event fees, Sanctions, venue deposits & timing deposits)
Medals and ribbon are typically ordered 45 days prior to the event and are non-refundable. Depending upon the design, they might not be able to be used the next year.
T-shirts and other swag are generally ordered 2-3 weeks prior to the event. Depending upon the design, they might not be able to be used the next year.
Aid station items, with the exception of fresh fruit and ice, are generally purchased 1 week prior to the event. Depending upon the item, it may expire before we can serve it at another WRATH Racing event.
That being said, our company's future depends upon treating our runners well, even when circumstances are beyond our control. We are runners too, and we've designed our policies to treat you the way we would want to be treated. "

Recovering and Getting Back on Track: My Injury, Top Running Experts, and Key Tips for YouTube Growth

After a tough hamstring surgery, I'm now 10 days into the long recovery road ahead. Join me and leading fitness YouTuber Kofuzi, elite runner and podcaster Tommie Runz, plus special guests from Gazelle Sports as we breakdown my comeback, essential injury advice, and actionable tips on ramping up your YouTube presence. From leveraging Instagram reels to nail down engaging content and video editing fundamentals to crafting optimized descriptions, you'll learn directly from the experts. Rally with me during this challenging yet rewarding journey by hitting like, subscribing, and following for more running tales!

CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction to Video Improvement
6:44 - Meet Kofuzi, Tommie Runs & Cara Cross
7:32 - Purpose of the Improvement Session
8:45 - Presenter Backgrounds
9:27 - Session Agenda Overview
10:59 - Current Content Creation Trends
14:35 - Smartphone Photography Tips
19:56 - Smartphone Videography Techniques
21:42 - Tommy's NYC Marathon Highlights
22:50 - Tommy's Content Capture Strategies
25:40 - Crafting Engaging Reels with Tommy
28:32 - Interactive Q&A Session
29:57 - Elements of a Successful Video
31:34 - Variety in Video Shots
36:01 - Editing with CapCut
43:46 - Building a Community-Centric Store
46:45 - Gazelle Sports Collaboration Benefits
51:11 - Finding Your Content Creator
52:46 - Engaging Brands in Your Content Strategy



Note: Original video on Youtube: Richard Runs Trails

Third video in my series documenting my recovery process for my hamstring injury. I discuss my surgery day and one week post surgery.

Note: Original video on Youtube: Richard Runs Trails