Athletic feats demand great feet

Skincare specialist Marble Hill has announced that its range of organic skincare products are proving to be popular with top-class athletes, who are using the foot care and body care treatments to protect their skin whilst training, as well as to boost recovery.

Most sports are known to be incredibly hard on the feet – with calluses, blisters, athlete’s foot and much worse being regarded as an occupational hazard by athletes. Nonetheless, keeping their feet in good condition should be a top priority for all sports people, from hobbyists to professionals – as even minor foot problems can have a negative effect on performance.

With increasing awareness of the potential for chemical nasties to be absorbed through the skin, choosing products is no longer just about finding something that does the job. It’s vital to know that a skin care product won’t risk users’ long-term health, and particularly for serious competitors, that it is World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) compliant.

Irish runner Jason Smyth, who is best known as the Fastest Paralympian on Earth – and winner of two Golds in the Beijing Paralympics, points out that trying to find safe and effective skin care products can be an unwelcome distraction. He says:

“I don’t have time to mess around with lotions and potions – particularly in the run up to the London Paralympics. I tend to use Marble Hill organic products – they’re WADA compliant and they work, and that’s enough for me. At the moment I’m using Pedisalve to keep my feet in tip-top condition, and Q-24 Original for post-run massages”.

Pedisalve (£14.95 for 100ml) is an organic foot care balm that provides intensive moisturisation and helps to repair and restore damaged skin.

Q-24 Original (£14.95 for 100ml, £22.95 for 200ml) is a blend of revitalising plant-based, organic oils, and has a soothing and restorative effect. It can be used on the face and body, and is an ideal rub-down massage oil.

The Marble Hill range is available at marblehillonline.co.uk.