Bex Runner, Cooling System

Here is a product I picked up a running convention in Austin, Texas.  bex Runner, by Cool Palms LLC, is the first wearable core cooling device that works before, during and after exercise.  The device really intrigued me because I am one of those people who has a really high sweat rate.  Anything to cool the body during exercise could help reduce my sweat rate, which in turn would hopefully allow me to retain  more fluids.  This could be very beneficial during longer bouts of exercise or races. 

The bex Runner is a wearable strap that wraps around your hand with a cooling pouch that stays next to the palm.  I haven't had a chance to actually put it through its paces, but it certainly looks legit.

The key to this phenomenon is that heat dissipation is NOT equal to all parts of the body.   By cooling the palm of one hand, the BEX Runner enhances the body’s natural cooling process and effectively extracts heat.  The intent is not to feel cold.  Instead, the objective is to minimize the effects of heat stress and sustain strength and focus during exercise.  The benefits are a longer workout, a heavier workload, and a shorter recovery.

Here is the science behind the bex Runner.