Essentials for Summer Running

Stay safe and comfortable when running in the heat

Many runners hate using sunscreen on their faces because, once they start sweating, it runs and stings their eyes. If you're one of those people, then you’ll love the high-performance Coppertone Sport Sunblock Stick, SPF 30. The stick feature makes it a cinch to apply to sunburn-prone areas such as the ears and nose, and it won't come off even if you're sweating a lot on those hot summer runs.
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Staying hydrated on the run is important all year-long, but even more so in the summer when the hot weather makes runners more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Fuel Belt's newer and lighter version of their famous bottle belt, the Helium 4, makes it easier to carry your fluids. The belt is made of ventilated foam pads, which help make the belt comfortable and breathable. The belt has a Velcro closure, which makes it very easy to adjust on the run. It also has a detachable race pocket that can hold gels, money, keys, or anything else that you might need for a long run or race.

The BodyGlide Anti-Blister and Chafing Sun Screen Stick, SPF 25 will protect you from the sun and prevent painful blisters and chafing—all at once! Containing all-natural ingredients such as vitamin E and aloe, the non-greasy formula is waterproof and sweatproof. Like regular BodyGlide, it comes in a deodorant-like stick and is very easy to apply.
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Products for Chafing Prevention

If you're running outside on trails or other areas where you'll encounter insects, Ultrathon insect repellent can help keep you bug-free. It provides protection from mosquitoes, deer ticks, biting flies, chiggers, gnats and fleas. The lotion is splash and sweat resistant, so you don't have to worry about it coming off during very hot or rainy runs. And with Ultrathon insect repellent's Controlled Release Technology, you'll get durable long-lasting protection, up to 12 hours, without reapplication.

Summer running means that your feet sweat a lot, which could lead to blisters. WrightSock Double Layer socks can help you prevent blisters. Their secret? They feature two totally separate layers that allow movement between the layers. As a result, heat and friction stay between the layers, not between the sock and your foot. The socks' Dri-WRIGHT, multi-channeled yarns wick moisture away from the foot, which allows the moisture to spread out, giving it a larger area from which to evaporate.
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This simple, ultra-light Headsweats visor will keep both the sun and sweat out of your eyes when you're running. Weighing less than 2 ounces, the visor is also DuPont-certified 40+ UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) for protection against the sun.
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Neutrogena's Ultimate Sport Sunblock Lotion, SPF 55 not only protects your skin from the sun's harmful UV (ultraviolet) rays, but it also nourishes and keeps your skin breakout-free. This No. 1 dermatologist recommended sunscreen is ultra sweatproof and contains Helioplex technology to help defend against UV rays, as well as an electrolyte complex to help nourish and restore skin balance. It's also oil-free, so it won't clog your pores or cause breakouts, keeping your skin healthy.
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