In what will surely be one of the nastiest articles that I write up, the Bloody Nipple gallery on Flickr is a site that is dedicated to the much-dreaded bloody nipple induced by marathon running.
Apparently seasoned runners know the affects of a chafing cotton shirt, but first-timers usually aren’t so lucky, with their white poly/cotton blends ending up on the wall of shame that is the Bloody Nipple gallery; besides, who wears white after Labor Day?
Vile Marathon Photography
The Bloody Nipple Flickr Gallery Honors First-Time Runners
Trend Themes
1. Athletic Apparel Innovation - There is an opportunity for athletic apparel companies to develop better shirts that prevent nipple-chafing during marathon running.
2. Body-positive Fitness Culture - There is a growing trend of embracing and celebrating the physical challenges and unique experiences, such as bloody nipples, that come with marathon running.
3. Online Fitness Communities - There is a trend of online communities, like the Bloody Nipple gallery on Flickr, providing support, humor, and camaraderie for runners experiencing common challenges like bloody nipples.
Industry Implications
1. Athletic Apparel - The athletic apparel industry can capitalize on the need for better shirt designs for marathon runners.
2. Fitness and Wellness - The fitness and wellness industry can promote body-positive messaging and create spaces for runners to share their unique experiences and challenges.
3. Online Communities - The online community industry can tap into the demand for niche communities that provide support and humor for runners and other fitness enthusiasts.