

Sports + Sweating Playbook Volume 1
Sports Gear & Excessive Sweating: Here’s What You Should Know
For many, the Super Bowl means cool commercials, the halftime show, party snacks and, yeah, football. But through a hyperhidrosis lens, we can't help wondering…isn’t it sweaty in all that gear?
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, participating in sports is associated with:
• Lower rates of stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and suicide
• Increased self-esteem, confidence, cognitive performance, creativity, and life satisfaction
• Improved teamwork, social skills, life skills, empowerment, and self-control
But if you or your child is playing American football or any other gear-heavy sport for that matter, you’ve got to take care of the gear and equipment properly. It’s going to get sweaty, smelly, slippery, and - with time - broken down. This is true for nearly any athlete and is especially true if excessive sweating is in the mix.
Staying and being active is critical to good health. And, well, so is sweat. Join us as we tackle the serious challenges that come into play with sports and sweating.
Welcome to the kick off of our Sports + Sweating Playbook which is brought to you by the champions sweating it out at the International Hyperhidrosis Society. Whether it be on the world stage, tricked-out home gym, or a neighborhood scrimmage, we want you in the game. And, we are cheering you on!
Keep Gear Safe, Healthy and Fresh
Prevent Slip Ups
Have a small, absorbent cotton or microfiber towel ready to mop up perspiration or dry your hands. During the Super Bowl, for example, you’ll see compact towels hanging out of players' pants for this very purpose. Wash before first use to prevent dye streaks or the transfer of fuzzies from your hands to your face.
Absorbent, talc-free powders can be used almost anywhere, just try not to breathe them in during application. Powders keep you feeling drier, improve grip, and can help with sweat-related chafing that’s common between the thighs, in the underarms, under a sports bra, or between butt cheeks. Skin lubricants like BodyGlide or Vaseline All-Over Body Balm are also great for friction prevention. Apply before exercise or practice and keep small containers of both types of products in your gym bag for touch-ups.
If you need to hold a ball, bat, stick or racket:
Remember, antiperspirants can be used almost anywhere including on the hands and feet and chest or bra area. And, iontophoresis is a good treatment option for hands and feet. Injections and combos of these treatments are all potential options, too, so talk to a knowledgeable healthcare provider to find a treatment plan that is appropriate for you.
The Post Game
As soon as your practice, workout or game is over:
For more products that can make athletic life with hyperhidrosis easier - including unique formulations of antiperspirants, a variety of flexible iontophoresis options, cooling apparel, sweat-proof garments, body fans and misters - visit our Fan Fave Products page and be sure to use the exclusive coupon codes available only to our community.
While being an athlete with hyperhidrosis presents extra challenges, the benefits of sports are worth it! Research shows that being part of a sports team, engaging in regular exercise and play, and making the related social connections are all helpful in boosting mood and greater well-being.
Through sports and fitness, we demonstrate we can do hard things and face difficult circumstances! These are valuable skills to nurture throughout life!
Stay tuned for Volume 2 of our Sports + Sweating Playbook coming soon. To help you thrive throughout winter, we’ll also share our Playbook for staying warm and dry, no matter how much you sweat and how cold it gets.
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