https://www.lebontadipio.com/blogs/news.atom lebontadipio - News 2024-01-15T11:51:27-05:00 lebontadipio https://www.lebontadipio.com/blogs/news/brightlife-holiday-gift-guide 2021-11-01T11:43:03-04:00 2024-08-18T03:23:20-04:00 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Autumn Page Are you thinking about Christmas shopping yet? Don’t know what perfect gift to give for everyone on your list - including the Lymphie in your life? We’ve carefully curated a list of best finds that will make you the favorite at every holiday — and you might even find something for yourself.

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Are you thinking about Christmas shopping yet? Don’t know what perfect gift to get for everyone on your list? We’ve carefully curated a list of best finds that will make you the favorite at every holiday — and you might even find something for yourself. We know the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping can be overwhelming, which is why we’ve chosen online retailers for this gift guide. Now it’s time to believe in your inner elf, and trust us to be your gift-giving advisors.

Pick a category below or start scrolling to see what we have selected:

Travel Gifts Stocking Stuffers
Gifts For a Workaholic Gifts For the Home Chef
Gifts For the Homebody
Stocking Stuffers

  

star wars chopsticks

Star Wars Light-up Chopsticks

If you’re shopping for Star Wars fans, then here’s the perfect stocking stuffer! Who wouldn’t want to use some light-up lightsaber chopsticks while eating?

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grill scraper

Grill Scraper

This 5-in-1 grill scraper is a great stocking stuffer for the cook you know. With a bottle opener, griddle scraper and three sets of different notches specifically for round grates, V-shaped grates, and park or campground grates, this can do it all. On top of that, it’s dishwasher safe and easy to clean.

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cocktail mixes

3D Cocktail Mixes

Looking for a way to make cocktails without having to find all the ingredients? Uncommon Goods has just the thing — flavor bombs. It comes in three flavor options: cucumber and lime, pina colada and moscow mule. These bombs can be added to specific on hand alcohol or added to sparkling water.

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bring wine socks

Bring Me Some Wine Socks

Looking for a funny, inexpensive gift to throw in a wine-lover's stocking? This pair of socks are just the thing.

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meat shredders

Bear Paws Meat Shredders

Shredding meat can be hard on your hands and overall time consuming. With the Bear Paws Shredder Claws, shredding just got a whole lot easier and quicker. Heat resistant and dishwasher safe, barbeques (and holidays) just got less stressful for the cook! 
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working hands

O'Keeffe's Working Hands

This stocking stuffer is for the person in your life who is doing hard labor or working in a field that requires consistent sanitation (like medical fields). It’s inexpensive and works wonders for cracked skin and skin conditions such as eczema.

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gift card

lebontadipio Gift Card

 A lebontadipio gift card is a great option for the hard to shop for Lymphie on your list. lebontadipio offers great compression options for men and women with Lymphedema including arm sleeves, gloves and gauntlets, compression wraps, liners and more 

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Travel Gifts

heated travel pillow
Heated Neck Pillow

Traveling via plane or car can be rough on the body, but this heated travel pillow can make it easier. With adjustable heating settings, memory foam, washable fabric and charging capabilities via USB, this is the perfect gift for the traveler in your life.

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luggage scale

Luggage Scale

The most stressful part of flying is trying to feel if your bag weighs over the acceptable limit (because I’m usually over that limit). This luggage scale is the perfect thing if you know someone who overpacks! It’s portable too, so no more paying extra because your bag exceeds the weight limit.

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door alarm

Door Stop Alarm

Extra precautions can never hurt when traveling, especially when it comes to safety. This door stop alarm is the perfect thing to carry with you when traveling. It prevents the door from opening and is small enough to fit in your carry-on. When triggered, this will emit a strong 120-decible alarm and features an anti-skid base, so it can’t be easily moved by an intruder.

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 steamer

 Handheld Steamer

This mini steamer is perfect for those who travel for work. It's small enough to put in a suitcase or carry-on and plugs into any wall socket. It can vertically and horizontally iron, comes with a travel bag and quickly heats without spitting.

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 toothbrush sanitizer

Pursonic Portable UV Toothbrush Sanitizer

Traveling can make some products, such as toothbrushes, seem unsanitary. If you know a traveler who is a germaphobe or is worried about making sure things are sanitized, especially during the times of COVID-19, then we've got just the gift. Pursonic S1 Portable UV Toothbrush Sanitizer kills 99.9% of germs/bacteria on the toothbrush. When the toothbrush is inserted into the case, it automatically gets to work then shuts off after five minutes.

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shoes

Expandable Shoes

Pandere shoes are great for the Lymphie in your life who struggles to find shoes that fit just right. They’re adjustable from the top and back, include an expandable toe-box, mid-foot and ankle, and there are options for heel and arch support. They are stylish and feature durable fabrics, which makes them a great shoe for travel. 

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Home Chef Gifts
 
 rub away bar
 Rub Away Bar
This rub away bar is the perfect gift for chefs who frequently include onions, fish or garlic into recipes. The molecules within the bar bind with the molecules on your hands, transferring smell with it. Best part is that it doesn’t need water to work and it is dishwasher safe!

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cutting board care kit
CLARK'S Cutting Board Kit

Cutting boards tend to get pretty beaten up throughout the years without proper care. This cutting board care kit is just the thing that any chef should have to care for their beloved board. It makes the cutting boards last longer by preventing cracking and dryness within.  

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chef mug

Chef Mug

This funny mug is a great gift for the chef in your life. It's Microwave and dishwasher safe, whether they are self-taught or went to culinary school, it’ll become their new favorite mug. 

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bluetooth thermometer

GrillEye Bluetooth Grilling Thermometer

This Bluetooth thermometer does it all! Using the app on your phone, it tells you the current temperature of the meat, the target temperature, with six probe ports, and when the meat reaches the desired temperature, it will send you a mobile notification. This has a reliable connection up to 300 feet away, so if you’re brave enough, you could walk away and prepare the sides to the dish.  

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pizza oven combo

Portable Pizza Oven + Pizza Peeler

Pizza making is always a fun experience for kids and families, so why not take a portable pizza oven on the go? Going camping and the kids want pizza? No problem, your portable pizza oven to the rescue. This oven takes propane, wood pellets or charcoal, depending on what taste you want your pizza to be! It can also be used to cook other things such as vegetables and steaks.  

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 food sealer

FoodSaver Handheld Vacuum 

Bought extra steaks but don’t want to waste them? No problem, this handheld vacuum sealer is going to seal the bag and keep your meat fresh until you’re ready for it! With its small and compact design, it’ll take up minimal space and is inexpensive for those who are new to this practice.

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Gifts For a Workaholic
  

 

stress balls

Swede Stress Balls

A workaholic's stress levels are through the roof, so help your friend out and get them these stress balls for their day. They come in different colors and sizes with different levels of firmness. It’s a great way to healthily manage stress.

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foot hammock

Portable Foot Hammock

A foot hammock is a great way to help improve posture and relax in your chair. If you know someone who’s always at their desk, why not make it a little more comfortable for them by gifting them this little piece of heaven?  

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funny shirt
Work, Home, Sleep Shirt

If you manage to see your friend or family member on the holidays, then maybe lighten their mood with this funny workaholic shirt.  

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 Udemy classes

Udemy Classes

If you know your friend is going to have some well-deserved free time, gift them a course from a great learning source! Udemy offers more than 180,000 courses and a wide range of topics like business, photography and music. You can choose how long the video courses are and go at your own pace. It’s all online and a great gift for those who are workaholics or don’t have the time to go in person to a class.  

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heater 

Electric Space Heater

If your friend is always complaining about how cold the office is, then fret no more — the perfect gift for them is here! A small, but powerful, space heater is just what they need for the long hours in the office. Warning: they might not leave the office once they open this holiday gift.  

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Gifts for the Homebody
 

foot warmer

Warming Foot Massager

A warm foot massager is the epitome of relaxation, and a great gift for the homebody in your life. The Sharper Image Warming Foot Massager features two levels of vibrating massage and only takes 10 minutes to fully heat up. It plugs into a wall outlet — making it portable and easy to use.  

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 sandwich maker

Breakfast Sandwich Maker

After a long day or during the work day, cooking is the last thing anyone wants to do. This sandwich maker is a fast and easy way to make a meal during any part of the day. Great for homebodies who don’t have time to cook or don’t want to leave the house! 

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 heated blanket

Bedsure Heated Blanket

Bedsure has great heated blankets, with many color options and auto-turn-off. It's great to sleep with and has five different heat settings — all while being washer/dryer safe! It plugs into a wall outlet too — great for travel during colder months.  

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face masks

Face Mask Sheets

Face masks are great for relaxing and TLC. With 16 different face mask options, there’s one for whatever your skin needs — with anti-aging and hydration properties.  

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go away door mat

Go Away Door Mat

This doormat perfectly describes the homebody that lives there — antisocial and all. I bought this for the homebody in my life and he loved it.  

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portable fire pit

Portable Outdoor Firepit

A portable outdoor firepit is a great gift for everyone, especially those who like to stay home and by themselves! Surprisingly durable and inexpensive, these firepits are great for outdoor camping and hiking trips too.  

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book

Drop the Skirt How My Disability Became My Superpower

Amy Rivera is an inspiration for anyone with or without lymphedema. She has fought against being dismissed by doctors and the shame that the world has tried to put on her. Her memoir highlights the journey of self-confidence and empowerment, while also raising awareness for lymphedema.

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The holidays are stressful enough with the cooking, planning and shopping. You can always count on friends at lebontadipio to make your Christmas shopping easier with our annual gift guide. Now that your Christmas shopping is done, go enjoy the holiday cheer.   

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https://www.lebontadipio.com/blogs/news/the-petite-socks-for-you 2021-07-27T11:47:25-04:00 2024-08-20T06:37:47-04:00 The Petite Socks For You Jamie Murphy Compression socks are one of the few socks that require measurements to get the correct size. Everyone’s body is different which means that it is important to measure the circumference and length of your leg to get accurate compression and the perfect fit. In previous blogs, we discussed plus sizing in compression socks and gave a list of the fan favorite plus size compression socks, stockings, and leggings. That leads us here to talking about petite compression garments. Read on to find some of the best selling petite compression socks.

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The Petite Socks For You

Compression socks are one of the few socks that require measurements to get the correct size. Everyone’s body is different which means that it is important to measure the circumference and length of your leg to get accurate compression and the perfect fit. In previous blogs, we discussed plus sizing in compression socks and gave a list of the fan favorite plus size compression socks, stockings, and leggings. That leads us here to talking about petite compression garments.

You will need a petite size if your lower leg measures less than 16 inches from the bend of your knee to the floor. It is important to remember that different brands have different sizing. Correlate your measurements to the size chart of the brand and product you are looking at before ordering. When measuring for your compression garments, be sure to measure first thing in the morning before any swelling has the chance to occur. 

Remember that many compression socks are unisex, so you may see a photo of the opposite gender when shopping online. View a complete list on men's petite and women's petite. Ready to look at some of the best-selling petite size compression socks? Keep reading to learn more about our petite garments. 

Juzo Soft Knee High

Juzo Soft Knee High

Do you want a super soft compression sock? This knee high is made from extremely soft and elastic fibers. Juzo FiberSoft technology wraps every elastic fiber with soft protective threads, which leads to greater ease of application, increased durability, and the ultimate softness and comfort. This knee high has a silicone top-band that keeps the sock from slipping and rolling throughout the day. Choose from 6 colors, 5 sizes, 3 lengths, and 2 compression levels. Thigh high options are available in the FiberSoft!

Therafirm Core-Spun Short Support Socks

Therafirm Core-Spun Short Support Socks

Looking for a casual and comfortable petite compression sock? Don't stress, we got you! Therafirm Core-Spun Short Support Socks are designed for those who are petite. Core-Spun socks feel like a soft, comfortable, everyday sock, but have the added benefits of compression. Enjoy these benefits when you’re lounging, running errands, or traveling. Shop from 5 sizes, 4 colors, and 4 compression levels.

Sigvaris 412 High Tech Knee High

Sigvaris 412 High Tech Knee High

Want to add some pizzazz to your sock drawer? This is the perfect pair to do so! Sigvaris 412 High Tech Knee Highs are made with high tech fibers for thermal control, odor control, and moisture management. With an Achilles tendon protector, vibrations will be reduced on vulnerable ligaments. There are also toe protector fabrics incorporated to protect your toes from blisters! Choose from 8 bright colors and 12 sizes.

DuoMed Advantage Compression Pantyhose

DuoMed Advantage Compression Pantyhose

Looking for a petite size pantyhose that is comfortable? DuoMed Advantage Compression Pantyhose provide opaque coverage and support to treat symptoms of swelling, vein disease, and help to fight blood clots. With the soft, luxurious feel, DuoMed will keep you feeling comfortable and rejuvenated all day long! Shop from 3 colors, 10 sizes, 2 compression levels, and open or closed toe.

Jobst Relief Petite Thigh Highs

Jobst Relief Petite Thigh Highs

Do you feel more comfortable in thigh high compression socks? Jobst Relief Petite Thigh High socks are made for both men and women from smooth, breathable fabric. A silicone top band keeps the thigh highs comfortably in place all day. Choose from 2 colors, 4 sizes, 3 compression levels, and closed toe or open toe.

CircAid Juxta Fit Essentials Standard Lower Legging

CircAid Juxta Fit Essentials Standard Lower Legging

In need of a petite compression wrap? CircAid offers two length options! This leg wrap is designed for lymphedema treatment. The Juxta-Lock Band System allows for easy application and adjustment to assure the proper compression. This garment has a SILVERtec lining that is anti-bacterial and anti-odor. Choose from 2 lengths and 8 sizes.

Feel confident and comfortable in compression garments by measuring to find your correct size. You can visit the petite section for men and women on our website. Interested in reading about our plus size garments? Check out "A Stocking for Every Body" blog. If you need help with sizing, please take a look at the size chart for the product you are looking at. You can also go to our size finder to get a list of the garments that will fit you according to your measurements. Lastly, do not hesitate to call our customer service experts. They are always here to help you with the common goal in mind of feeling good and looking good.

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https://www.lebontadipio.com/blogs/news/open-toe-compression-stocking 2020-07-13T13:00:00-04:00 2024-04-17T02:22:42-04:00 Open Toe Compression Stocking Options Stephanie Sorentino More

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When the temperature starts warming, we all want to swap out our athletic shoes and boots for something lighter, like sandals or peep-toe shoes. For those who wear compression stockings, especially daily wearers, this can feel frustrating. You don’t want the toe of your sock interfering with flip flops or peeking out from your sandals. If you are in this boat, consider open toe, they are the same stockings you love, only they are toeless compression stockings.

The options for open toe compression socks and stockings are vast. You have the full range of compression levels as well as options of knee high, thigh high and pantyhose so no matter what style you need or prefer, we have you covered. Best of all, you aren’t limited in color choices, the spectrum ranges from a variety of neutral colors to match skin tones to wild colors and tie dye patterns.

Our Allegro line offers affordable options and high quality choices that are all made in the USA. We have had a lot of customers asking for open-toe compression socks in 8-15 mmHg, especially a sheer. We heard you and are pleased to announce that we have added this to the Allegro line up. The Allegro line of open toe stockings has a variety of fabrics, compression levels and styles available, even an open toe/open heel option.

Jobst Ultrasheer Open Toe Knee High

 

The Jobst open toe compression stocking choices have the caliber of compression you need and sizes to fit any leg, from petite to full calf. A full range of styles are available, but if you are looking for a luxury sheer, the Jobst UltraSheer has been a best-seller for over a decade.

Juzo Open Toe Compression Pantyhose

Juzo offers the widest variety of toeless compression socks and stockings. With Juzo, you can find the highest level of compression we offer, 40-50 mmHg as well as all style options. If you want subdued color, they’ve got it as well as fun bright colors and tie dye.

Mediven Open Toe Knee High

Mediven colors are on the subtle side, but if you are looking for plus size or maternity open toe selections, this is the brand for you. Most Mediven compression stocking styles come in 14 sizes for a near custom fit. Their Sheer & Soft line is unequaled sheerness, a soft feel and features ClimaComfort to keep your legs cool and comfortable.

Sigvaris Open Toe Knee High

Rounding out your choices is Sigvaris with luxurious fabrics and natural fibers for a beautiful look. These open toe compression stockings offer the widest range of colors to match a variety of skin tones, from warm sand and toasted almond if you have pink undertones, to mocha for those with brown undertones. You can also find compression up to 40-50 mmHg as well as plus size and wide calf selections.

Rejuva Sheer Footless Tights

If you want to be barefoot but still need compression on your legs, RejuvaHealth has some footless compression selections you will want to check out. The leggings from this brand are a popular choice with customers and are also available in a stirrup style. Also available is the sheer compression leggings which are great under skirts and dresses.

When it comes to compression socks and stockings, especially the open toe variety, the choices and selections can be overwhelming. If you have any trouble at all finding the color, style and size you need, our experienced Customer Service team is at your ready. 

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https://www.lebontadipio.com/blogs/news/meet-cindy-marathon-master 2016-10-26T09:08:00-04:00 2024-08-07T21:40:39-04:00 Meet Cindy, Marathon Master Catie Bright Life More

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Cindy wears compression socks for marathons for this reason.

At the age of 76, Cindy Peterson has run 49 marathons, is a founding member of the Mercury Masters running team, and is also a member of the Seven Continents Club, a privilege she earned from running in at least one marathon on each continent. Cindy ran her first marathon at the age of 55 back in 1994 and has no plans to stop running anytime soon. She is currently looking forward to running her 50th marathon in a few weeks.

We found out about this amazing woman when she called our customer service staff to reorder one of her favorite running accessories – Allegro compression hosiery! She mentioned her upcoming milestone and we just had to know more.  We had the opportunity to get to know Cindy in a recent interview, and pick her brain about marathon advice, strategy, training. Here are Cindy’s best tips and what fuels her motivation and dedication to marathon training.

Q: What motivated you to start running?

It all started about 35 years ago when Cindy made a bucket list of 30 things she wanted to achieve in her life. She looked at it for 2 weeks, then put it away, and forgot about it for a little over 10 years…only to find that 28 things were achieved without even trying! The 29th thing was “own a Jaguar”, and the 30th goal was “RUN A MARATHON”.

“I watched the NYC Marathon in 1993, when the Founder, Fred Lebow, ran with a brain tumor. I was so motivated that if he could run with a brain tumor and complete the Marathon, I could also run it, even though I had varicose veins, couldn’t walk a block, and was 20 pounds overweight. I was motivated!!”

Cindy crossed off the last item on her bucket list in 1994, (a year after rediscovering the list), when she completed her first marathon in NYC. Now, flash-forward to 2016, as she prepares to run her 50th marathon back in NYC in a few weeks.

“Reaching my goals with the training every day, makes me feel great, makes my mind sharp, and feel a lot younger than my 76 years of age.”


Q: Tell us about your experience with the “Mercury Masters.” How does getting involved with a group change the running experience for you?

Cindy is one of the Founders of the “Mercury Masters,” a running team for women 50 and over. It all started with a handful of runners who met in NYC once a week and trained together in Central Park.

“We really bonded together when we ran the Mini Marathon, which is a 10K women’s only race in NYC. Then we set out to run the 1996 100th Boston Marathon, where 5 of us came through the finish line together holding hands. Since then, we have 74 members in the group.”

The Mercury Masters team encourages each other by running together, attending running classes together and supporting each other. The President keeps the group motivated and informed about upcoming team races, as well as any other member news. This group of ladies have played a big role in encouraging Cindy to run.

“Running with The “MERMS” as we are referred to by other teammates, has been a wonderful experience through the years, without which I would not have completed so many marathons. We motivate each other.”


Q: How do compression stockings benefit you during training? Why do you love Allegro Sheer Open Toe Pantyhose for running?

Many runners wear compression socks to enhance performance, speed up muscle recovery afterwards and prevent injury like shin splints. Cindy loves wearing our Allegro Sheer Compression Pantyhose for training and marathons. In her early running career, she started wearing compression hosiery to manage varicose veins and relieve the pain caused by them. Compression socks have played a vital role in allowing Cindy to train.

“The support pantyhose were a big relief. I will not go out for a run without wearing support pantyhose. They give me stability, comfort and confidence, and are a part of my uniform. I would not train without them because I would not be able to run very far with the pain from the varicose veins. They were a miracle for me. I had absolutely no pain after a 6, 10, or even a 15 mile run.”

Cindy wears the Allegro Essential Sheer Open Toe Pantyhose (#32) in 20-30 mmHg compression for long training runs and marathons. This level of compression is ideal for boosting athletic performance and for managing varicose veins. Cindy also likes to wear the Allegro Essential Sheer Open Toe Pantyhose (#14) in 15-20 mmHg, which is great for speeding up recovery and relieving muscle fatigue and minor swelling.

“The Allegro open toe pantyhose gave me great support on my calves, quads and my toes were free. They had more stability than my previous hose, and I was able to start running again. It was an amazing find!!”

You may have seen runners wearing bright colored athletic knee high socks. Other runners and gym-goers opt for compression leggings or pantyhose for full leg coverage. Cindy loves wearing sheer pantyhose with an open toe. Since there is no difference in the compression provided between an open or closed toe style or between a sheer or opaque fabric, it’s mostly up to personal preference.

“I love the sheer style because it gives my legs a great look. It does not look like I am wearing pantyhose at all. The reason for the open toe is so my toes are not constricted at all. Two years ago I had major surgery on my toes, which made my feet wider. My support pantyhose would constrict my toes and cause me great pain and discomfort.”


Q: What’s an overall week of training look like for you?

When Cindy isn’t training, she is running about 6 miles a day, 6 days a week, adding up to a total of 30 miles each week. While prepping for a marathon, Cindy averages 50 miles weekly. If you want to run a good marathon, Cindy advises completing at least three 20 mile runs. To prepare for a marathon, it’s a complete lifestyle change. Diet is also important, just like exercising and staying hydrated.

“When setting out for a run, I eat a banana, and that’s great for a 6 to 8 mile run. When running a long run, I bring “Gu” which is an Energy Gel. I also have a product called “The Right Stuff”, which is an electrolyte drink additive for hydration to make you perform stronger and recover faster. It is developed by NASA for astronauts.”


Q: After completing 49 Marathons, what advice do you have for beginner runners?

Cindy’s advice to a runner preparing for their first race is to partner with a friend or join a group like the Mercury Masters for motivation. This will help you stay dedicated, the time will go by faster and you have someone to push you. When you’re running with a friend, they won’t let you make excuses for missing a run! It also makes it more fun to train for the same race and help each other grow.

“The time spent running will go quicker and you will begin to feel the energy you get from the daily run. Eventually, you can plan for your first 5K, and move on to a 10K. Training is the key, and maybe you can even plan to do your first marathon. All you need is DETERMINATION! I ran my First Marathon at age 55. You can do it too no matter how old you are!!” – Cindy Peterson

Want to know more? Check out this interview Cindy did with New Jersey TV:

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