The 8 Most Embarrassing Running Scenarios

From diarrhea to bloody nipples, no one said running was glamorous. Runners have to deal with some pretty awkward stuff, but rest assured these things happen to almost everyone. Here are some tips for embarrassment prevention (and what to do if it's too late).

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Megan

Megan Harrington |

Megan is a runner and writer living in Upstate New York. Megan ran cross-country and track throughout high school and college and now enjoys longer races like the marathon. When she's not reviewing the latest fitness gear or writing copy for brands, Megan enjoys being active with her husband and two small children. For more on what Megan is up to, you can follow her on Instagram.
Megan is a runner and writer living in Upstate New York. Megan ran cross-country and track throughout high school and college and now enjoys longer races like the marathon. When she's not reviewing the latest fitness gear or writing copy for brands, Megan enjoys being active with her husband and two small children. For more on what Megan is up to, you can follow her on Instagram.

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