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December 2011: Striderm would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone all the best for the Christmas and New Year season. We look forward to an exciting 2012. Make sure you keep your eye on this column for some exciting Striderm announcements.
Striderm attended the Toorbul Triathlon (olympic distance) on Sunday 4th December. Apart from being a product sponsor and watching triathletes of all abilities compete in this event, we had the great experience visiting somewhere new. The event, organised by Run Inn Promotions, was the last of this year's series of their olympic distance triathlons. We are sure the athletes enjoyed the presentations and random draws in the air-conditioned comfort of the local hall.
October 2011: Striderm will be at the Noosa Triathlon on the weekend of 29-30 October. If you are there, come along and see us at the 2XU Expo at the Sheraton Hotel. There will be an opportunity for you to meet the Striderm Ambassador, Brendan 'Kung Fu' Sexton, the elite Australian ITU Triathlete. Brendan will be on our stand sometime on Saturday. So, keep your eye out for the time. If your timing is right, you might be just able toget a few tips and grab his autograph. It should be a fabulous weekend of racing. We look forward to seeing you.
August 2011: Striderm is excited to announce the appointment of Brendan 'Kun Fu' Sexton as a Striderm Ambassador; Striderm was again a product sponsor at the 31st de Castella Run; Striderm Director runs the half marathon at the Brisbane Marathon Festival. Striderm will be a product sponsor at the Wivenhoe Triathlon on 20-21 August, and at the Rainbow Beach Triathlon on 3-4 September. Both are olympic distance events.
July 2011: Striderm products will be available at the Gold Coast Marathon Expo. We will be on one of the stands, so make sure you say hello. Striderm Director has entered the Half Marathon. Striderm tracks participants in the Kokoda Challenge.
June 2011: For a change of scenery and a low-key country race, a Striderm Director participated in some Warwick Pentath events; Stridem Directors participated in and provded product sponship for its local Koala Fun Run; Striderm was agin a product sponsor at the Queensland Half Marathon; Preparations should now be well underway for the Gold Coast Marathon.
April 2011: NEWS FLASH Striderm announces product sponsorship of the high profile Nike Hammer Team in the 2011 Kokoda Challenge, which takes place on the Gold Coast on the weekend of 16-17 July. If you are participating, make sure that you get along to a Kokoda Challenge Seminar, either in Brisbane or the Gold Coast, to get some valuable, inside knowledge from the previous event winners and current record holders.
To read more about preparing for the Kokoda Challenge click here
January 2011: Endeavour Summer Challenge reflection; Central Coast Half Marathon; Kurrawa to Duranbah Ultramarathon; Australian Rogaine Championships; Coastrek 2011;
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Chafing: What is the Cause?
Chafing can be caused by physical activity involving the continuous rubbing of skin against skin and/or clothing material. The friction generated in this process damages the top layers of the skin and exposes the raw and more sensitive skin below.
Often, the first time that the chafing problem reveals itself is when a stinging, or burning, sensation is noticed in the affected area. The result is the familiar redness and soreness on the surface of the skin.
Ideally, the activity should be terminated as soon as the problem becomes apparent, but this is not always possible. If the activity cannot be terminated when this soreness first becomes apparent, then the inflamed skin surface may begin to ooze, or, in some cases, even bleed.
Common areas for chafe, or chafing, include inner groin, thigh, under and between breasts, between buttocks, under arms, under specialised sporting equipment, and the feet.
Chafing: Factors Influencing
The degree of chafing is influenced by the level of the frictional forces and the number of times that the skin comes in contact with other skin or the material involved in the rubbing process. The level of the frictional force may depend upon the physical build/characteristics of the person, and/or on the clothing material and/or fit. It will also depend on the intensity of the activity, with longer and more intense levels of activity usually resulting in a higher level and frequency of rubbing, as well as increased sweat production.
Therefore, it is important for an individual to be aware of those areas on their person where they have chafed on previous occasions, or where they are likely to chafe.
Chafing Prevention
One of the traditional approaches to reduce friction is to use a petroleum jelly, or petrolatum, based lubricant. However, these products tend to sit on the surface of the skin, holding water in the skin, and preventing evaporation. This ingredient characteristic is called 'occlusive'.
The occlusive function is acceptable in some circumstances, e.g., in skin moisturising. There are many examples of these products in the market. However, petroleum jelly is less effective than other product types in preventing chafing during activity, i.e., they are not good skin lubricants. The alternative to an occlusive product is a non-occlusive one. These include products based on silicones and vegetable and nut oils, butters and waxes.
Silicones, in addition to being non-occlusive, have the following characteristics: they are clear, have low odour, high spreadability and are water repellent.
Striderm Ant Chafe Extreme contains a blend of silicones, and is designed for individuals participating in endurance events.
Striderm Chafe No More contains a blend of silicones in a vegetable and nut oil emulsion, and is designed for everyday use.
Striderm Skin Survival Cream is a premium blend of vegetable and nut oils and butters. It does not contain silicones, and is designed for individuals looking for a more natural anti-chafing product.
In addition, it is worth remembering that there is an overarching need to look after your skin in those areas that are prone to rubbing. This means that it is important to use an anti-chafing product every time that you exercise so as to minimise damage to the surface of the skin. You should also take care to wear well-fitting clothing made from an appropriate technical fabrics.
