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Hi, anyone else get itchy legs when running? Mine were really bad today, kept scratching whilst running! Not a pretty sight!

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Yes, I do. I've heard is something to do with body blood circulation. Search it on google.

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Yes, I heard that. I got this early on in programme, hardly happens now. Just used body lotion before I went out. Good luck :)

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I hope this helps a bit...

running.about.com/od/illnes...

All the best

Dale

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Thanks guys, I thought I was going to break out in a rash or something. Thanks Dale, I'll check it out!

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