The Dubai Marathon 2011 is just a few days away. Last minute adjustments are being made to shoes, feet and even clothing. The most popular item that is being introduced to the Runners kit is the use of toe socks. The 5 digit variety are just superb. They allow each toe to move independently. They keep each toe enclosed and prevent the sweat build up that can produce blisters between the toes from them rubbing together. They do not have the seam that exists on the end of most regular socks that can ultimately be the culprit for 'runners toe'. These 5 digit toe socks are a normal part of life in Japan. In China, the most popular sock is one that separates the first toe from the other four lesser toes.
Every runner should try using a 5 digit toe sock, and may find that it becomes the normal sock to wear even for work. I advise the use of the silk rich content toe sock to reduce the bulk of the sock in a slimmer work shoe.
